#educationnotindoctrination

There I was, engaging in the fine art of revolutionary paper engineering—also known as folding a cootie catcher—when Agent of the Bourgeoisie, Mr. Berst, decided to single me out as an enemy of order.

“Dan, factor this polynomial.”

Ah yes, yet another arbitrary numerical construct designed to keep the working class docile. Why must we “factor” polynomials when the real factor at play is capitalism’s stranglehold on our future? Why are we solving for X when the real unknown is where our tax dollars go?

Anyway, I panicked and said the first thing that came to mind:

“We must first seize the means of production.”

Mr. Berst sighed. The class laughed. I am once again a martyr for the cause.