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Originally Posted by Giggleton
Why are you suggesting that I answer this question? I only advocate for the abolition of copyright.
The artists might have to learn new art forms, or some such thing. Maybe they can reduce their expenses while they work on their art? Hang out in the library and write books?
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I'm suggesting it, because that's my objection to getting rid copyright. If you end copyright, artists need some way to continue to earn a living from their art, what is it? If there's no viable replacement then ending copyright will end the production of creative works.
They can reduce expenses down to the bare white knuckle, but if there's no money coming there's no money coming in. And why would they write books in a world where any and every book is almost instantly available for download?
But honestly, haven't we chased around this particular mulberry bush enough times? Show me how artists can realistically continue to earn a living from their art and I'll agree that copyright is the right thing to do.
Edit: No, "right thing to do" is still overstating it, but I'd at least consider the idea.