America [Graph contrasts advances in technology with advances in developing an equality-based society from 1968-2018. The most famous line from The Declaration of Independence is under the graph: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.”]
Leonard: We’re a good week into the new year. What do you think? Shouty: Nah.
Leonard: Why do you prefer ridge-cut potato chips? Shouty: The increased surface area delivers more fat per bite! Leonard: Say what? Shouty: It’s high tech, man. It’s an advanced fat delivery system.
Leonard: This year I’m not eating anything with a face. Shouty: Look, I bought vegan treats! …Too bad you can’t have any… Leonard: But… Shema: Gotcha!
Gingerbread Man: Where are my legs? Oh, I see… Cool.
Before #NetNeutrality Repeal: I stream all my media! Even my books are in the cloud. I can do anything I want online. After #NetNeutrality Repeal: First I had to buy a dictionary and encyclopedias to save money on web searches, then a DVD player, VCR and an antenna to watch my shows…then I got a book of stamps for correspondence and a ham radio so I can stay woke, then I lost my job at the startup and now…
Carnival worker: Step right up and get your dopamine hit! [Sign: Social Media Feedback Loops! Gaming Rewards! ‘N’ More] Computer Tent
Instructor: Believe in yourself! Each of you is smarter than someone in this room…except you. But don’t worry…you’re the BEST at being dumb!