In 1900, less than 10% of families owned a stove, or had access to electricity or a phone. In 1915, less than 10% of families owned a car. In 1930, less than 10% of families owned a refrigerator or clothes washer. In 1945, less than 10% of families owned a clothes dryer or air-conditioner. In 1960, less than 10% of families owned a dishwasher or color TV. In 1975, less than 10% of families owned a microwave. In 1990, less than 10% of families had a cell phone or access to the Internet.
Today, at least 90% of the country has a stove, electricity, car, fridge, clothes washer, air-conditioning, color TV, microwave, and cell phone. They make our lives better. They may even make us happier.
