Post by Labyrinth on Jul 15, 2008 22:49:45 GMT -8
Time and again we find ourselves complaining about the evident lack of intelligence one sees in places like the ghettos. Truth be told, I place the blame not only on the modern educational system, but also on modern parents.
When I was growing up, (four hundred years ago, I will admit) I was taught alongside a nobleman's daughter. Languages, mathematics, geography, manners, society's expectations and the like were all topics of great importance in the times before education lost its status as a class-defining characteristic. To be fair I have lost much of what I used to know, but I still find myself having a better grasp of linguistics in general than many of the younger people I see, despite their much easier access to any sort of education and materials.
It strikes me that this inherent stupidity is little more than an indication of just how much Darwin has failed when it comes to humanity itself. We see it every day. Those with an obvious lack of survival instinct behaving as though they rule the world.
All this is just a demonstration of why there should be a FAQ guide to life. It would probably save so much time for the Gene Pool Police, and no doubt lots of ammunition as well. Covering subjects such as "Why do I seem to be skinnier and more pale after mouthing off about how I can't be harmed?" and "So, what is this thing called the city?" it could work to the advantage of all involved.
Now to find someone who can be bothered writing one. Do apply if you think yourself appropriate. I'd love to see what sort of questions and answers we get.
When I was growing up, (four hundred years ago, I will admit) I was taught alongside a nobleman's daughter. Languages, mathematics, geography, manners, society's expectations and the like were all topics of great importance in the times before education lost its status as a class-defining characteristic. To be fair I have lost much of what I used to know, but I still find myself having a better grasp of linguistics in general than many of the younger people I see, despite their much easier access to any sort of education and materials.
It strikes me that this inherent stupidity is little more than an indication of just how much Darwin has failed when it comes to humanity itself. We see it every day. Those with an obvious lack of survival instinct behaving as though they rule the world.
All this is just a demonstration of why there should be a FAQ guide to life. It would probably save so much time for the Gene Pool Police, and no doubt lots of ammunition as well. Covering subjects such as "Why do I seem to be skinnier and more pale after mouthing off about how I can't be harmed?" and "So, what is this thing called the city?" it could work to the advantage of all involved.
Now to find someone who can be bothered writing one. Do apply if you think yourself appropriate. I'd love to see what sort of questions and answers we get.
