[RP TownTalk] graffiti and art

[Sue Collins]

I agree that art is in the eye of the beholder or of the creator of said 
artwork.  However, if we're talking about someone painting or drawing on 
property that his not his/hers, then it becomes vandalism.  As far as I'm 
concerned, no matter WHAT the definition of art, it all boils down to having 
respect for the property of others.  Someone wants to paint a wall, a railroad 
car, the sidewalk, that's fine; as long as they own it or have permission from 
the owner.  


I guess if we REALLY wanted to open up a can of beans about rights, we could use 
that religious group that protests at funerals as another example; is what 
they're doing free speech and exercising their religious rights, or is it 
harassment?  If we say free speech, then what is to prevent me from standing on 
your front lawn at 2 in the morning, screaming obscenities?  Here again, respect 
for others.........    (JMO)