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In 1340, during the Hundred Years’ War, the French fleet suffered a defeat at the hands of the English in the Battle of Sluys. The French ministers were reluctant to deliver the terrible news to King Philip VI. It was a court jester who came forward and told the king, “Our knights are much braver than the English. The English do not dare to jump into the sea in full armor.” Called “licensed fools,” jesters were distinguished from other fools by their use of humor and satire to advise the king.
Outspoken court jesters can be found in Korea as well. An entry made in the Annals of the Joseon Dynasty on Dec. 29 of the 11th year of King Yeonsan’s reign recorded that a court jester named Gonggil was exiled after giving straightforward advice to the king. Gonggil would later be portrayed as the protagonist in “The King and the Clown.”
The role of a jester who refuses to ignore reality may now be the domain of celebrities who are willing to speak up on important social issues. These so-called “conscious entertainers” are also referred to as “socialtainers,” and they include comedians Kim Mi-hwa and Kim Jedong and actress Kim Yeo-jin, who has openly supported rallies calling for half-priced college tuition and the labor strike at Hanjin Heavy Industries.
People have mixed views on these outspoken celebrities. Critics say that because celebrities have a great impact on society, they should be prudent when expressing their opinions. In contrast, the young respond favorably. They feel as if the stars are fighting for them. Moreover, many young Koreans feel that the older generation, especially politicians, is incompetent.
A few days ago, a Japanese insurance company surveyed who the Japanese want to lead the country in the aftermath of the Tohoku earthquake. Takeshi Kitano, acclaimed actor and director known for “Fireworks” and “Kikujiro,” received the most votes. Known for his outspokenness, he has said, “No lawmaker in Japan is doing well” and “Everyone has a different capacity, so it is extremely irresponsible to teach kids they can make their dreams come true if they try.” Prime Minister Naoto Kan, who has been criticized for his management of the crisis, came in 19th in the survey.
Regardless of the actual viability or political chances of these celebrities, it becomes clear why the public buys the voices of the “conscious entertainers.” They may be the court jesters of our time.
*The writer is a culture and sports reporter of the JoongAng Ilbo.
By Ki Sun-min
(Supporting url: http://joongangdaily.joins.com/article/view.asp?aid=2938357)
Let’s look at the rallies demanding lower tuition at Korean universities. It was not on television that comedian Kim Je-dong impressed the public with words. He displayed extraordinary eloquence in a nine minute speech at a candlelight protest for lower tuition in Gwanghwamun, central Seoul on June 2. But then a video of his speech spread across social networking services and it became the talk of the town.
Kim Je-dong is not the only celebrity to gain influence through the Internet. The digital age has been flooded by videos created by Internet users. Many of them are sarcastic ones about the government. They are one-sided and provocative, yet creative and fun enough to inspire protests and demonstrations.
(Supporting url: http://joongangdaily.joins.com/article/view.asp?aid=2938873 - 6~7th paragraph)
QUESTION 1
1. In citizen's sight,
What do u think about celebrities(like kim yeo-jin, kim jae-dong) speak out politically?
2. Be a politician. What are you think about celebrities politics speaking?
2. Suppose that you are a politician, then what do you think celebrities comment about politically?
3. If you are a politician, and you know celerity, how will you take advantage of this situation?
1) In citizen's sight,
What do u think about celebrities(like kim yeo-jin, kim jae-dong) speak out politically?
2) Be a politician. What are you think about celebrities politics speaking?
3) If you are a politician, and you know celerity, how will you take advantage of this situation?
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Outspoken court jesters can be found in Korea as well. An entry made in the Annals of the Joseon Dynasty on Dec. 29 of the 11th year of King Yeonsan’s reign recorded that a court jester named Gonggil was exiled after giving straightforward advice to the king. Gonggil would later be portrayed as the protagonist in “The King and the Clown.”
The role of a jester who refuses to ignore reality may now be the domain of celebrities who are willing to speak up on important social issues. These so-called “conscious entertainers” are also referred to as “socialtainers,” and they include comedians Kim Mi-hwa and Kim Jedong and actress Kim Yeo-jin, who has openly supported rallies calling for half-priced college tuition and the labor strike at Hanjin Heavy Industries.
People have mixed views on these outspoken celebrities. Critics say that because celebrities have a great impact on society, they should be prudent when expressing their opinions. In contrast, the young respond favorably. They feel as if the stars are fighting for them. Moreover, many young Koreans feel that the older generation, especially politicians, is incompetent.
A few days ago, a Japanese insurance company surveyed who the Japanese want to lead the country in the aftermath of the Tohoku earthquake. Takeshi Kitano, acclaimed actor and director known for “Fireworks” and “Kikujiro,” received the most votes. Known for his outspokenness, he has said, “No lawmaker in Japan is doing well” and “Everyone has a different capacity, so it is extremely irresponsible to teach kids they can make their dreams come true if they try.” Prime Minister Naoto Kan, who has been criticized for his management of the crisis, came in 19th in the survey.
Regardless of the actual viability or political chances of these celebrities, it becomes clear why the public buys the voices of the “conscious entertainers.” They may be the court jesters of our time.
*The writer is a culture and sports reporter of the JoongAng Ilbo.
By Ki Sun-min
(Supporting url: http://joongangdaily.joins.com/article/view.asp?aid=2938357)
Let’s look at the rallies demanding lower tuition at Korean universities. It was not on television that comedian Kim Je-dong impressed the public with words. He displayed extraordinary eloquence in a nine minute speech at a candlelight protest for lower tuition in Gwanghwamun, central Seoul on June 2. But then a video of his speech spread across social networking services and it became the talk of the town.
Kim Je-dong is not the only celebrity to gain influence through the Internet. The digital age has been flooded by videos created by Internet users. Many of them are sarcastic ones about the government. They are one-sided and provocative, yet creative and fun enough to inspire protests and demonstrations.
(Supporting url: http://joongangdaily.joins.com/article/view.asp?aid=2938873 - 6~7th paragraph)
QUESTION 1
1. In citizen's sight,
What do u think about celebrities(like kim yeo-jin, kim jae-dong) speak out politically?
2. Be a politician. What are you think about celebrities politics speaking?
2. Suppose that you are a politician, then what do you think celebrities comment about politically?
3. If you are a politician, and you know celerity, how will you take advantage of this situation?
1) In citizen's sight,
What do u think about celebrities(like kim yeo-jin, kim jae-dong) speak out politically?
2) Be a politician. What are you think about celebrities politics speaking?
3) If you are a politician, and you know celerity, how will you take advantage of this situation?
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