basically the post (in long, melodramatic style) is making the point that libraries have evolved into vital social services, tech support, and community centers

basically the post (in long, melodramatic style) is making the point that libraries have evolved into vital social services, tech support, and community centers for the underclass. I've discussed this with librarians, and others - and there is a major hurdle to talking intelligently about libraries: They no longer serve the traditional, pre-internet purpose - anyone who grew up with _that_ library will have trouble talking to people experienced with modern libraries.