The Role of the Artist

Kennedy was talking about Robert Frost and he says strength takes many forms. The artist however faithful to his personal vision really becomes the last champion of the individual mind against an intrusive society in our an officious state. Sometimes great artists have been most critical of society it's because their sensitivity and concerns for justice which must motivate any true artist make them aware of our nation's falling short of its highest potential. I see little more importance to the future of our country and our civilization that the fully recognize the place of the artist, writes Jonathan Safran Foer.