Hans Haacke is a German-born artist that uses language, along with photography as a way to expand the role of art so it functions in the political arena. He believes that metaphorical language is ambiguous and that it interferes with communication. Haacke uses language in some of his art because social situations tend to be more difficult to only have imagery. In the interview with Haacke, ideology is mentioned heavily and broken down into a different part. Haacke’s definition of ideology isn’t the Marxist way. “Marxists believe that ideology is a set of beliefs and practices that cover up the real situation and constitutes false consciousness,” said Haacke. But his definition is that beliefs, goals, and aspirations shape our lives. In Haacke’s
