So when I mentioned this ad last night in class, I had the impression that several of you hadn't seen it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBLPv5oVvpA
I think that David's question about recognition for invention was interesting from the perspective that it sheds light on the fact that we, as a society in general, tend to give honor and accolades to the most un-influential people and industries in our lives while neglecting those who probably have the greatest influence on our daily activities and life styles. For example…
Actors/Entertainment Industry:
How many award ceremonies a can they put on for themselves and how many time can they pat each other on the back. Not to mention the exorbitant stipends a leading actor or actress may get for memorizing some lines and letting someone dye their hair.
Inventors/Innovators:
Granted, most inventors are under contract or work within a corporate structure and intellectual property rights belong to the companies which/that (I can never remember which one to use) employs them, but I would imagine that most people in this situation are somewhat happy by the compensation and/or bonuses they get at the end of the year. Although a commercial about your accomplishments might not be a bad thing either.
Just a few thoughts.
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