Art has been a prominent display of cultural traditions throughout history. In many ways, art tells a story, but it can also spark controversy. Art museums that display controversial art pieces tend to fall under public scrutiny and resistance. Taxpayers do not want to fund art they consider offensive, obscene, or sub-standard. However, is what museums display really the decision of the taxpayers? It is not. Should art museums fear losing funding if they display a piece that sparks turmoil? They should not. In her book But is it Art, Cynthia Freeland provides several arguments as to why museums should display art regardless of the opinions of the people. In her book, Freeland cites John Dewey, who believed art to be the universal world