40 years in the future (Nov,1968)


	40 years in the future (Nov,1968)

splendidus

3-27-2008 12:09 PM

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1968, 2008, present future

splendidus says:

"Well, we do have flat-screen computers you can write on that fit in a briefcase, but I’m still waiting to take my 250 MPH car to a business meeting in another domed city. Perhaps by the end of the year."

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