The U.S. Census
Holy shit !
I just filled out my census survey and freaked out when I saw the return envelope. It appeared to be one of those usual deals where you simply re-insert the letter/form/receipt into the envelope with the pre-printed address showing through the cellophane window.... except....
THE RETURN ADDRESS IS A BAR-CODE !!!!
NO NAMES OR STREET LOCATIONS OR CITIES....
AND SOYLENT GREEN IS PEOPLE !!!!
Maybe I'm not up-to-date on the latest Post Office workings, but I swear - I have never felt more like an android participating in mindless governmental control than right now.
And the scary part is, I will probably get used to this stuff sooner than I imagine
(shudder)