Name: How art can shape America's conversation about freedom
Uploaded: 2018-08-27T14:54:26Z
Duration: 4 min 22 s
Description: In this quick talk, visual artist Dread Scott tells the story of one of his most transgressive art installations, which drew national attention for its controversial use of the American flag and led to a landmark First Amendment case in the US Supreme Court.

In this quick talk, visual artist Dread Scott tells the story of one of his most transgressive art installations, which drew national attention for its controversial use of the American flag and led to a landmark First Amendment case in the US Supreme Court.

Dread Scott: How art can shape America's conversation about freedom

How art can shape America's conversation about freedom

Rejecting America's social, economic foundations, and governing ideas, Dread Scott uses art to question and provoke change.

Scott's legal battle over his artwork led to a Supreme Court decision protecting freedom of expression from enforced patriotism.

Art that challenges US symbols provokes diverse, potent reactions, underscoring its role in societal dialogue and change.