“Harrison Bergeron” by Kurt Vonnegut takes place in the year 2081 where everyone is equal with little to no differences. The story explores the idea of the tall poppy syndrome, a social phenomenon where people are called on and criticised in a negative way for their achievements. The ultimate utopian is where every human being is equal. However, it is later on showed in the essay how the terms ‘equality’ and ‘happiness’ can lead a downward path. In the story, Vonnegut provides the audience with a pessimistic insight of a world where everyone lives as equals in every aspect and it’s forced by the government. Throughout the essay the negative aspects of this extremely equal society are exposed through examples where equality and happiness are
