Comedian George Carlin died last week. I remember him for his role as "Rufus", the time traveling guide in the late 80's flick: "Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure" however George Carlin contributed so much more.
Carlin is best known for his irreverent, satirical, observational humor. He pushed buttons and exposed hypocrisies. In his humor Carlin raised questions, challenged authorities, and polarized audiences. Like him or not, Carlin helped make comedy what it is today; without him there would be no Prior, Murphy, Seinfeld, or Rock. Carlin was a pioneer.
I recently read a quote from Carlin that struck me. He said, "I sort of gave up on this whole human adventure a long time ago. I think the human race has squandered its gift and this country has squandered its promise. I think people in America sold out very cheaply, for sneakers and cheeseburgers. And I don't think it's fixable."
Hmmm. I too think many have squandered there gift. Yet I belive too much in humanity to give up. More than it being fixable, I believe it is redeemable.
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