CLEAN : Snowden bust kicks off New York street art festival

The transcript discusses the changes in New York City over the past 10-15 years, focusing on the rising rents that have pushed out artists, musicians, and comedians. It highlights the importance of art and culture in attracting people to the city and warns against the consequences of displacing artists. The return of the street art movement to New York City is celebrated, emphasizing its global significance and the need to preserve the cultural essence of the city.

What is one of the main reasons artists have been pushed out of New York?

• Lack of talent

• Government policies

• Rising rents

• Decreasing interest in art

What is the primary goal of the festival mentioned in the transcript?

• To sell art pieces

• To raise funds for artists

• To create a discussion

• To attract tourists

Where did the global street art movement originate?

• Tokyo

• Paris

• London

• New York City

What is the potential consequence of pushing artists out of New York?

• Increased tourism

• More cultural events

• Loss of cultural richness

• Higher property values

What attracts wealthy individuals to New York according to the transcript?

• The weather

• The educational institutions

• The art and culture

• The business opportunities