Obviously our leaders “knowledge” is a reflection of the people, whose education is a reflection of our “leaders”. :)
Lost in this mutual downward spiral, we’re naturally accelerating efforts to just get the old timers “kilt off”, in order to expedite arrival at Utopia.
Sadly, there is no real resistance in sight, either. I think maybe the internet may be more responsible for that pathetic fact than we realize. We will bitch ourselves to death but never leave the keyboard. :/
Again, sorry to say that your statements are so true!
I also do not see a precipice to this spiral. It is unfortunate but our education system is contributing to the spiral. I can only look optimistically to the future by looking at our Home education system. Sadly, I as an old timer wish better for my son.
Yes, I understand the idea of getting rid of the old folks - and actually I agree. I have never gone to the Doctor (Don’t even know who I would go to) for Medicare treatment and I wish most of elderly Americans would do the same. The cost benefit would be enormous! The advertized pre care checkups ought to be discouraged! I know I’m a devil for saying this but really, it will save money and in almost 90% of cases are unnecessary.
Elderly people (including me) should only go to the Doctor (really just emergency care) when major problem occur, not minor problems (yes that occurs almost 80% of the time).
Those that go to the Doctor for shingles, swelling, skin problems, etc., are just going for comfort. Doctors can do little for them but they always think differently. They can get reasonable relief from over the counter drugs. Please you old folks, go over the counter before you go to the Doctor. That will solve so many problems!
Not to say that TV always shows Doctors inviting all those elderly in for a visit...heh. Just ignore those creeps!
TRUE!!!