Published in 1516, Sir Thomas More’s Utopia drew attention to many of the issues contemporary European society faced at that time. While Utopia is considered a socio-political satire, there is little humor to be found in the problems of their day. Thomas More drew attention to the unfair socio-economic system, the egocentric kings and distrust in technology. Sadly, five hundred years later, the modern world still faces these same issues. Turn CNN on any time of the day and you will hear a multitude of examples. Currently, the United States faces an unfair socio-economic system that gives privilege and opportunity to wealthy citizens, while repressing minorities and the poor. The issues wealthy citizens face are represented fully and addressed …show more content…
citizens without homes, food and water. President Trump’s slow response to the crisis and his insensitive tweets about Puerto Rico, essentially blaming their poor infrastructure, weak financials and lazy citizens for playing a part in the disaster. While most of the poor citizens in Puerto Rico are still without food, water and shelter, Trump passes a huge tax cut benefitting the middle and upper classes. The egocentric kings in Europe described in Utopia are equivalent to president Donald Trump, in fact, I would challenge any king to surpass Trumps arrogance. It is human nature for leaders to surround themselves with like minded and supportive people. Trump has fired half of his original appointed Whitehouse staff, just like an impulsive king executing his closest advisors. However, the president’s role in the government is to represent all citizens not just the wealthy ones that support you. Every day, Trump has a new tweet or interview that embarrasses and horrifies the general public on the whole. Lastly, distrust in technology is an issue we face today, as well. The modern world relies heavily on technology for everything from food production to electing our public