Purpose of cartoons

To Gayle Burns and Ken Carpenter, who were disappointed at John Deering’s political cartoon last Tuesday: Political cartoons, like other forms of social commentary, are supposed to challenge our thinking, criticize our values, and offend our virtues. They serve as a mirror for us to ourselves clearly. Gayle and Ken’s letters are prime examples that Deering’s cartoon allows us crystal-clear reflection.

Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, thank you for offending us! We need it.

KIMBER BARBER-FENDLEY Little Rock