Comment No, it's actually (Score 0) 457
the fact that the average common denominator for intelligent discussion dropped markedly and measurably in the mentioned span of time.
Now you have to WORK to find a good, intelligent circle, and then work doubly hard to protect it from casuals..
This has to do with the fact that before, only academics and at least computer enthusiasts and hardcore geeks used the internet.
Now, Biff "uses" it too.