I'm an amateur science enthusiast. I'm not even a professional enthusiast. I don't know anything; I never even passed biology in high school. But I read the science section of the newspaper.
Dave EggersWe've lost that very simple transaction that's so pure, where a reader can say, "I support what you're doing, here's my dollar. I know that you guys are gonna be watchdogs or keep the government accountable, so here's my 50-cent contribution each day." It's just so tidy, and I think so inspiring.
Dave EggersPain comes at me and I take it, chew it for a few minutes, and spit it back out. It's just not my thing anymore.
Dave EggersNo oneโs forcing you to do this. You willingly tie yourself to these leashes. And you willingly become utterly socially autistic. You no longer pick up on basic human communication clues. Youโre at a table with three humans, all of whom are looking at you and trying to talk to you, and youโre staring at a screen, searching for strangers in Dubai.
Dave Eggers