Flying SquidSo much for "progress"
XiozTzuIf you think we are not better off now than in the 70s, you have selective amnesia or possibly brain damage.
Who is “we” in this scenario? And better off in what way?
We are talking averages so the implication is everyone.
Again, better off in what way?
Things have improved significantly in many areas since the 1970s, though challenges remain. Here are some notable ways the world is better today:
Technology and Connectivity • Computing Power: Personal computers, smartphones, and the internet have revolutionized how we work, learn, and communicate. • Global Connectivity: The internet allows instant communication and access to vast amounts of information, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing worldwide. • Medical Technology: Advances like MRI, robotic surgery, and telemedicine have improved diagnosis, treatment, and access to healthcare.
Healthcare and Longevity • Life Expectancy: Global life expectancy has increased due to advancements in medicine, vaccines, and public health initiatives. • Disease Control: Eradication of smallpox and better treatments for diseases like HIV/AIDS and cancer have saved millions of lives.
Social Progress • Civil Rights: Progress in gender equality, LGBTQ+ rights, and racial justice, although incomplete, has created more inclusive societies. • Global Awareness: Social movements and the internet have made people more aware of human rights and environmental issues.
Education • Access: Literacy rates have risen globally, and access to education has expanded, especially for girls and marginalized groups. • Digital Learning: Online education and tools have made learning more accessible and diverse.
Economic Development • Global Poverty Reduction: Extreme poverty rates have declined significantly due to economic growth and development programs. • Global Trade: International trade and technology have created interconnected economies, raising living standards in many regions.
Environmental Awareness • Clean Energy: Advancements in renewable energy technologies like solar and wind power offer cleaner alternatives to fossil fuels. • Global Efforts: International agreements like the Paris Accord aim to address climate change collaboratively.
Quality of Life • Convenience: Modern conveniences, from online shopping to ride-sharing apps, have simplified everyday life. • Entertainment: Streaming services, gaming, and digital content have diversified entertainment options.
While these advancements have brought significant benefits, ongoing issues like climate change, inequality, and mental health need continued attention.
AI generated slop
This is another benefit of the current age. I can have an AI quickly write responses to uninformed and narrowly defined statements. If any of that slop is untrue please let us know.
Copying spew from AI doesn’t instantly mean you are correct, or informed…especially since you didn’t understand the original topic of conversation.
I agree. Prove it wrong.
I did, in another reply from AI that claims the literal opposite of your AI claims. Use AI as a tool, not a voice.
You didn’t. All you did was point at what was said and show that we haven’t achieved perfection. So yeah. There was some bad with the good but the point is overall things are better.
I did exactly what you did. Told AI to give me information proving what it probable and pasted it as a reply.
AI claims the literal opposite of your generated claims.
summary, despite technological advancements, the combination of rising costs, stagnant wages, greater income inequality, and a loss of financial security has led to a situation where many Americans in 2024 struggle more than their counterparts in the 1970s, who had lower living costs, more job security, and wages that better reflected the cost of living. This shift has led to a decline in overall quality of life for many people in the U.S.
That’s Gish-gallopimg bullshit. You are not here in good faith and ought to be banned.