Do you ever wonder what future generations will look like? Look in a mirror. You are the future generations of those who lived before you. And do you ever wonder what future future generations will think of you and your ilk? Well, since you are a future generation, and since, cf Hume, the future resembles the past, what you think of your fore-bearers might give you a little insight into what future future generations will think of you. So while you are looking at the face of future generations in your mirror, you might spend a little time reflecting on your attitude toward past generations by looking at your face in their mirror.

To be continued …

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