Some people just don't like reality.
Maybe at certain times everybody likes fantasy better.
I understand it and its certainly pleasant enough to get caught up in a book or a movie and escape reality for a bit.
However, its important that we address reality at least some of the time.
I was watching a guy walking up and down the street yesterday talking with no one else around.
Now, I think he was on his cell phone and just out for a walk.
Years ago I would have been sure he was a loony. (not sure that is PC)
We have people out in the real world looking for imaginary Pokemon.
We have media and speakers who promote a totally fantastic view of the world.
There were always people who believed in alien abductions and conspiracy theories etc.
However we now have some media promoting a fictional view of the world 24 hours a day.
It makes them money and its a bit entertaining, but it just isn't real.
Its a problem and in our democracy there really isn't a solution.
It would be nice if media accepted some civic responsibility but profit drives what they do and if they stopped someone else would step in.
Its not unique to this country, the BREXIT vote in England was based on a lot of fantasy about the EU.
Its so ingrained now that there is a belief that people speaking the real facts are engaged in a conspiracy and cover up.
I still think a majority of us have a decent grasp of reality and the adults will prevail.
God help us if I am wrong.
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