I agree in most respects, but I remain of the opinion that true talent and creativity not only rises above the structure of the normal, but uses the static nature of our institutions as a catalyst for innovation.  The piece also fails to  mention the inherent potential for frustration contained in a program of imposed creativity.

Effective learning is not something I am very good at.  For instance, I know all about German electoral systems in the Federal Republic before the reunification but I have no idea why and how the voting process in Georgia is (or got to be) the way it is.  The Bundestag is one thing; five hour lines to vote using a supposedly automated system with no one else thinking there’s a problem is beyond my comprehension.

My greatest challenge will be figuring out what to use.  I have spent hours wandering about in the Tractor Supply store looking, touching, lifting, and mostly wondering what all these things could possibly be used for.  “How mad will she get if I bring this home?” is a question I constantly ask myself.  I really don’t need an anvil, or a salt lick, or any of the other cool things, and I’m sure that I’ll be the same way with technology.

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