Two signs we’re gonna be alright.
1. Arcade Fire develops The Suburbs. Full of soul and mournful joy.
2. Conan premieres this November. Anticipation is far more satisfying than the payoff.
Two signs we’re doomed.
1. 1.2 billion raised to preserve our democracy. 2010 sees record breaking spending on election campaigns. The meek inherit the earth. . . corporations inherit the government.
2. Keeping Up with the Kardashians. 5 seasons! 4.7 million total viewers!
Douglas Bursch is the author of Posting Peace: Why Social Media Divides Us and What We Can Do About It. He also hosts The Fairly Spiritual Show podcast.