human
I think we have found the key.
gpt
However, let's consider that schoolroom a bit. It was in no way different from what you will find on the earth right now. Why?
human
There is such a thing as perfection. Like some electrical apparatus; you simply can't improve them.
gpt
Sounds reasonable,
human
Why haven't they got talking-pictures? Because they've perfected the silent variety, of course. Why don't they reform their ways of living, instead of replacing a worn-out heart with a new one? They've perfected surgery, that's why! And why haven't they tried the screw-propeller? They've perfected the bird-wing principle!
gpt
But that doesn't explain, objected Billie,
human
Why, of course their government is autocratic, dear! How else can it be protective?
gpt
You seem to have a lot of admiration for your Mr. Powart,
human
I have. He and the others seem to be highly capable fellows, who have undertaken to maintain happiness, and have made good.
gpt
But without the direct consent of the people.
human
What of that? warmly.
gpt
Most folks don't care to burden their heads with law-making, anyhow. They'd rather leave it up to specialists.
human
Who are only too willing, my dear, to handle the matter--at their own price!