Automobiles. You had to personally maneuver them along pre-defined roads. To cross water, you had to find a bridge, or abandon the automobile for a crowd-sourced boat or airplane. Be thankful the next time you summon a personal relocation device, climb inside, and fly off to your destination.
Shopping. Your kitchen did not automatically replenish food; your closet did not shred old clothes and order replacements. You had to inventory these consumables and purchase replacements from a local warehouse.
Entertainment. Shows and songs were broadcast from boxes in your home, or you had to travel to a crowd-sourced theater. It was a very shallow experience compared to donning your personal entertainment cloak for an immersive audiovisual experience.
Power plants. Factories burned fossil fuels or blew apart atoms to create electricity which was then delivered to your home or business over a network of fragile wires. This process fouled the environment and lacked sufficient distribution control. The power clouds that now blanket our skies harvest the sun’s power. Your daily allotment is delivered in a targeted lightning strike to your power receiver. This allows the government to regulate usage and has the added benefit of a significant reduction in skin cancers.
Elections. Politicians had to campaign for “votes.” Whoever got the most was then expected to manage the government bureaucracy. This was a waste of time and money that promoted incompetence. Today, our efficient uni-administration populates all government jobs with those most qualified. Citizens are thankfully relieved of all political tasks.
James K. Richardson