Satirical+Solution

Liberals and "Emo" Kids
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The main criticism of the romantic and victorian writers were the subjects and irrationality of their ideals; this showing the coming of realism. Twain's ideals concentrated on recording and writing things as they were. Thus, there is a record of fictional happenings concerning Huckleberry Finn, yet a realistic impression of what life was like during his time. Twain was a realist living at the end of the time of the romantics and the victorian writers. Modernly, these same kinds of people that Twain was mocking are present but are called other names. Romantics may be percieved in a similar way as the modern connotation of liberals: constantly fighting for change due to a moral, patriotic, or otherwise driven feeling, yet defined as "avorable to progress or reform." The victorian writers may be percieved to be the emo (emotional) or even gothic stereotypes used in fashion.

One of Twain's main concerns with the romantic writers was their irrational acts provoked by pure emotion. This being his only mockery, what is the problem with letting them fight for their causes? Without new ideas circulating, there would be no reform or improvements. If the Enlightenment hadn't been started by the Scientific Revolution, the ideas of democracy and civil rights would not have arisen again, and this is the foundation of the United States of America. One may argue that, as in the novel, the fighting that occurred between the families was only due to pride and not moral feeling. However, the Sheperdsons' and Grangerfolds' feud did start with one of the families feeling that they have been //morally// wronged. Also, these individuals' dedication to their causes may lead to beneficial changes that people ultimately would want. This is how the idea of a people ruling themselves came about. Another thing to consider is that it would be very difficult to silence all views. The United States takes pride in the fact that all of its citizens have the freedoms of speech and the press.

The other main group Twain satirizes are Victorian writers, yet more commonly referred to as emo or gothic people. Their obsession with death and other solemn topics ultimately only brings their moods down. Currently, the American society has access to several anti-depressants and other medication for people who don't quite have normal attitudes. These drugs are not very costly, especially with a nice insurance plan, and side effects vary depending on which drug is prescribed. Some of these drugs may be synthesized to carry the side effect of a love inducer. This side effect would almost act as cupid in distracting these individuals from their normally austere topics. Just like with many other conditions, side effects accompany the drug. In some instances, when anti-depressants are not an option, a safer and cheaper option might be sought.

When anti-depressants won't be suitable, these individuals may start an exercising program to get the endorphins working well. This chemical provokes a better temperament in all humans. In addition to mood benefits, studies have shown that exercise helps increase brain activity, reduces the risk of premature death due to heart disease, reduces the risk of developing diabetes, reduces and maintains body fat, builds healthy muscles, bones, and joints. Exercise also reduces one's chance of contracting horrible and sometimes fatal diseases like cancer and diabetes. Exercise would also serve as a distraction from the time that was previously available to ponder on such depressing topics.

One system for having these individuals stick to an exercise program would be to send them to boot camp. The challenges of these camps would help to also teach discipline, trust (teamsmanship), with extra emphasis on physical fitness. As this program would be intended to teach these people to not be so concerned with death and instead value life more, situations could be incorporated to help raise this focus. These environments are very safe, secure, and -with federal aid- reasonably priced. The experiences of boot camp teach very important life lessons and skills that would help these people much more than they might realize.

This solution would also help America's obesity issue. Approximately 30% of America's youth is overweight, and these kids who probably don't get enough physical activity because they spend their days locked in their rooms in the dark, are likely to be the proper candidates to help lower that number. Chemically, exercise and anti-depressants would improve their moods.

So why bother trying to restrict these liberals or romantics? How can we deny people their American rights that are crucially valued by every citizen? In response to the death-obsessed or depressed people, anti-depressants may be a helpful route, yet exercise may be a much safer option. Exercise carries many benefits in mental and physical health. When they can't commit to one program, a boot camp may be sought that will really teach them about valuing life and the time they have to think about such depressive topics.

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