In praise of ignorance
NZPA London More than 2000 people have joined an organisation i for anti-brains. It aims to fill the gap left by “Mensa,” the club for ? people with high IQs. the “Daily Star,” has reported. Its name is “Densa,” and it. is for the type of person who thinks an I.Q. is what you do outside an optician’s shop. The only qualification you need to join Densa is to have/
the mental agility of two short planks. Once a member you get a “ special pack which includes: • A whistle you cannot hear; • A burst balloon you cannot ? blow up; and, • A miniature “mastermindtype” chair. The organisation is trying to recruit members with advertisements which asks: "Stupid? Then join Densa and fight back.” < One of the organisers said:
“There is too much emphasis on brain-boxes. “We thought it was about time there was a club for those who aren't superbrains. “And, from the number who have applied to join, there are plenty of people who agree.” One of the 2000 members said. "It’s great. You don’t have to prove yourself at anything—you just join and show that you’re ignorant.”
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Press, 15 February 1982, Page 6
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