Harrison Bergeron - Equality is Ludicrous
Date Submitted: 09/10/2006 00:40:44
Category: / Literature / North American
Length: 2 pages (545 words)
Category: / Literature / North American
Length: 2 pages (545 words)
Equality is Ludicrous
<Tab/>In the story "Harrison Bergeron" by Kurt Vonnegut Jr. civilization is manipulated. The way in which they go about keeping people equal is wrong. Equality is implemented in society by controlling peoples physical ability, appearance and thought process.
<Tab/>Forcing members of society to wear mental and physical handicaps shows one attempt at achieving equality. "The year was 2081, and everyone was finally equal." …
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…is killed on live television they forget why they had been crying.
<Tab/>In conclusion, civilians need to realize that no matter how athletic, attractive or smart they are, they are just as important to the world as the next person. The difference between certain individuals is their ability to specialize in certain aspects of life. By depriving the public of individuality the world and freedom that is endured would dissipate.
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