To what do I attribute our decline? It's far easier to be shocking than charming.

Fernando A. Torres
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What is the reason that social media, celebrity culture, and the paparazzi have improved over the years? It is because it is easier to be shocking than charming. The societal standards of beauty have become more extreme. People are now willing to show absolutely anything on social media or through other forms of media. This is what makes for headlines, so they enjoy it. This type of behavior reflects a lack of character and moral values.

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