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I think that art is understood/appreciated at an individual level and censorship happens at some social level. Often uninteresting, offensive, or disturbing themes are unpleasant and intentionally avoided at the individual level, but that really isn't the same as being prevented from experiencing them.

FYI, how I define art: An exhibition of craft that transcends its function and communicates a message of emotion, the human condition, or the larger world. It is neither a particularly specific definition, or one I would have trouble changing. Many people have trouble appreciating art because they are unwilling to challenge their definition of what art is.
Ah, the word "craft" enters the discussion. A huge overlap there. You know, the Dickmobile was a hugely craft project. Making a 15' long figberglass penis was not the point.

Maybe they should have built a porcupine.
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