Ask HN: What could possibly happen so people would want to read more?

“The man who does not read has no advantage over the man who cannot read.” -- (attributed to) Mark Twain

If we stopped the relentless pressure on working people in dramatically increased living costs and stagnant wages it would probably help people be far less rushed and be able to take time in their day. In my observation, everyone who uses TikTok the most has the most stress in their life, and the advantage of the platform is it can get you a little dopamine hit in those moments in between the stress.

We could also fund education, pay teachers more, and make the pathways into a good life not require every ounce of mental energy.