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I hear what you're saying and there might be some truth to it. I didn't read that "sophisticated cynicism" as very mocking. You could even say he's calling them
by darkerside 6y ago
I hear what you're saying and there might be some truth to it. I didn't read that "sophisticated cynicism" as very mocking. You could even say he's calling them cooler than us, in a very earnest kind of a way.
- BlueTemplar 6y agoWell, except that it flies in the face of American culture being considered "the coolest" in the world. Heck, the modern meaning even comes from (African) Americans ! https://slate.com/human-interest/2013/10/cool-the-etymology-and-history-of-the-concept-of-coolness.html https://slate.com/human-interest/2013/10/cool-the-etymology-...
- darkerside 6y agoJust because we invented doesn't mean we have the monopoly. Many American inventions have been perfected overseas. Besides, I would not put that opinion on him. pg isn't what I'd call a mainstream thinker.