I think the central theme shared across each artistic example Lethem discusses in the reading that plagiarism plays an essential role in producing new and vital work for the society we live in. He further suggests that importance lies in artists and writers’ ability to reference each others’ work and to use each others’ foundations and ideas to advance society. When Lethem uses the word “plagiarism,” in my opinion, I do not believe he is suggesting that we take/use the entirety of creators art, rather I think he is suggesting we borrow pieces or aspects. Lethem believes that individuals should not be attacked by copyright infringement: “You attack the next generation of creators for the crime of being influenced. They make the world smaller”. From reading this article, you can understand the author firmly believes art is a part of our culture, and that it should be able to be transformed throughout time by anyone who chooses— to Lethem art is something that is meant to be used and reused. My main concern with his point of view is that the message or intention of the original piece of art that is in play to be reused might be decontextualized or lose its meaning along the way.