In modern society, people seek attention through extreme hairstyles, tattoos, and outlandish clothing rather than focusing on achievements, as noted by Thomas Sowell.
The media lavishes 24/7 attention on celebrities like Anna Nicole Smith and Paris Hilton while ignoring major historical events such as Iran’s pursuit of nuclear weapons.
In a non-judgmental society where being non-judgmental is an exalted value, people who have nothing to contribute expect sound judgments.
Media attention is disproportionately given to loud demonstrations and runaway rhetoric rather than lifetime contributions to health, prosperity, or education that benefit millions.
The decline in societal standards has led to an inability to deny or rebuke attention seekers who have nothing to contribute, according to Thomas Sowell.
