Compare and contrast for two points
Some targets are too easy. Be it in fiction or in real life, there are situations where the juxtaposition of two individuals will force comparison. And, no matter how noble the intention, that comparison will place one before the other. Forget the equality of man. If you are a spectator, all that you can do is sit back and accept (or enjoy).
This evening, Tout Le Monde En Parle showed us that there are two solitudes. Two stereotypes. The fool and the sage. Side by side not only guarantees a “contrast and compare”, it provides a core of humour. On one hand, Anne-Marie Losique. Our local version of Paris Hilton. A child of the media, without any reflection on her parentage. Note, the comparison, although suitable isn’t here.
One the other hand, Margaret Atwood, one of the best of our literary icons. An author of more books than the two ladies cited earlier have read, collectively. Two different universes. Proof that alternate worlds exist. I could go on, but some things are just too easy. Ms Atwood was able to bring things down to a common level, when she mentioned that the young women of today have access to better shoes.
The program did move on to other subjects and other situations. One of great importance is the request that people sign their “organ donor cards” so that someone else can continue to live after our own brief tour is completed. As well, tell those who are concerned: your immediate family. The chance to serve as a potential donor shouldn’t be turned into a guessing game.
