Towards an uncertain future

For those of us either declining into old age in a state of semi-delirium – glad if not relieved and relaxed that the endless march of technology is gradually leaving us behind – or perhaps concerned that all notions of human society order, beliefs and norms are being summarily discarded as we hurtle towards … well, who knows what? … here are a couple of opinion pieces that I spotted on the internet overnight which probably merit a read by discerning Rust readers:-

Sean O’Grady on the relentless and unrestrained nature of modern means of communication, news dissemination and all forms of social media , as seen on the website of – THE INDEPENDENT

Whitney Phillips offering some advice to fellow hacks when dealing with ‘outpourings’ from the wackier ends of the spectrum, as appears today upon the website of – THE GUARDIAN