Alex Borstein Advocates For National Endowment For The Arts In Washington DC
Emmy-winning actress joins Creative Coalition delegation to champion arts funding on Capitol Hill
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Alex Borstein, known for her Emmy-winning performance in “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” has taken her talents from the screen to Capitol Hill as she advocates for arts funding in America.
The actress shared on Instagram that she spent a day in Washington DC meeting with congressional leaders, committee heads, representatives, and staffers as a delegate for The Creative Coalition. The mission was clear: to advocate for continued support of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA).
In her post, Borstein included the rallying cry, “We believe in ‘The Right to Bear Arms’ for all,” highlighting the organization’s commitment to arts accessibility nationwide.
The Instagram image shows Borstein in professional attire at what appears to be the Capitol, embodying her role as an arts advocate during the visit.
The Creative Coalition’s Washington Mission
The Creative Coalition is a nonprofit advocacy organization of the arts and entertainment community. Their current campaign, “The Right to Bear Arts,” aims to protect arts funding at the federal level, particularly through the NEA.
Borstein wasn’t alone in this advocacy effort. She tagged fellow entertainers Rachel Bloom, Tig Notaro, Jason Isaacs, and Michael Chiklis in her post, suggesting they were part of the same delegation to Washington.
This visit appears to be part of Arts Day 2025 activities, as indicated by the hashtags in Borstein’s post.
Borstein’s Arts Advocacy Journey
This wasn’t Borstein’s first post about her Washington trip. Just prior to this update, she shared her arrival in DC with enthusiasm: “Welcome to D.C., baby!! Here for #ArtsDay2025 with @thecreativecoalition.”
In that earlier post, Borstein highlighted the economic and educational importance of the arts sector, noting, “Did you know that more than 5 million Americans work in the arts sector?! And don’t forget that having access to art and art programs in schools and communities also raises general test scores, confidence and communication skills.”
She emphasized the NEA’s nationwide impact, stating it “funds programs in every single congressional district.”
The Importance Of Arts Funding
The National Endowment for the Arts has faced threats of budget cuts or elimination multiple times throughout its history. Organizations like The Creative Coalition work to ensure continued federal support for arts programs that reach communities across the country.
Federal arts funding supports programs that might otherwise be inaccessible to many Americans, particularly in underserved communities. The NEA distributes grants to all 50 states and has been instrumental in supporting arts education, community arts centers, and cultural institutions.
Alex Borstein’s Multifaceted Career
According to her Wikipedia profile, Alexandra Borstein is an American actress, comedian, writer, and producer born on February 15, 1971. She has built an impressive career spanning animation, television, and film.
Borstein is perhaps best known for her long-running voice role as Lois Griffin on the animated series “Family Guy” and her portrayal of Susie Myerson in “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” for which she won two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series.
Beyond her acting work, Borstein has been active in various creative pursuits. Recently, she announced a live comedy show at Dynasty Typewriter in Los Angeles on May 15, with proceeds benefiting LA firefighters. She also celebrated the two-year anniversary of her comedy special “Alex Borstein: Corsets & Clown Suits,” which was nominated for a Critics Choice Award and is still available on Prime Video.
Additionally, Borstein has been open about her personal connection to health advocacy, particularly around hemophilia awareness. On World Hemophilia Day (April 17), she shared her experience as both a carrier of hemophilia and mother to a daughter with the condition.
The actress recently appeared in the Amazon Prime series “Étoile,” which she promoted on her Instagram just days before her Washington DC advocacy trip.
Arts Advocacy Continues
Borstein’s work with The Creative Coalition represents the ongoing need for artists and entertainers to advocate for arts funding at the federal level. By bringing their visibility and platform to Washington, these creative professionals help highlight the critical role that arts play in education, community development, and the national economy.
As the delegation concluded their meetings with lawmakers, Borstein’s message was clear: the arts are not a luxury but a necessity that deserves continued federal support through the National Endowment for the Arts.
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