Approval may be given in countries which are free, but it is not required. If it is required, then that country is not free. Members of the government may cho

Approval may be given in countries which are free, but it is not required. If it is required, then that country is not free. Members of the government may chose to praise or condemn any work they please, but in that capacity they are no different from anyone else. We do not strip our elected officials of the right to comment on art.