America at risk of a nation of thinkless workers
A reader letter column shows Cy Barrett arguing that modern American workers resist exactness and fail to adapt beyond literal instructions. He cites a wheelchair notch incident and a Hong Kong tailor prank as examples of mindless conformity. The exchange touches blue bloods, social cliques, and a travel option for singles.
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Settice
Barbara Wheels
Barb
Hong Kong
Dearcy
Single
MR. Single
Bachelor Tours, Inc
Madison Avenue
New York City
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