How does "harrison bergeron" convey the conflict between the needs or ideals of society and the realities of individuals?

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Audrey Roman

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31 May, 12:12

How does "harrison bergeron" convey the conflict between the needs or ideals of society and the realities of individuals?

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In Vonnegut's "Harrison Bergeron," there is a contrast between society's needs and the individual's reality. This is the central conflict in the story. In this story, equality at any cost is the goal of society. everyone must be equal and if they have to wear handicaps to do so, then they must. For the society as a whole, the ideal of equality is appealing and deemed fair and right. So the fast are slowed down ...