dregs

We do what we must, and call it by the best names

I’m not sure who said that. It may have been Thoreau. I’d probably know if I read more, but wouldn’t we all.

I live in the United States, where about half of the population reads less than one book a year. It’s not surprising, but it’s damn impressive. I think it’s a good thing.

Throughout my short life, I have made friends with many degenerate, dysfunctional, and disgruntled souls. Almost all been avid readers at some point in their lives. In contrast, those I’ve become close to who prefer television, video games, and pop culture (whom I affectionately refer to as ‘media sluts’) are much more complacent.

Now, between the two, it’s easy for me to see who is better suited for eventual subjugation. I’d even propose that the stunted, fleeting mind of your average media slut is ripe for the picking (whether your intentions be malicious and dire, or only aim toward the lighter forms of exploitation).

So, my bright-eyed, soft bellied masses: please stop reading.