History class in the 7th grade, so I was about 13 years d. That was when I learned what it meant, but I’d heard the word a lot before then.

What about shaking hands, or saying “Good morning”? What about doing the Hokey Pokey? Those are all useless, too.

Answer:
Because they have big fingers

This.
It’s old advice that used to work, and it worked very well.

Step 1:
Hold hands under dryer

Step 2:
Wipe hands on shirt

Unfortunately this is one of those topics that never gets a rational discussion on social media, just a bunch of gut reactions. You’ll need to find your answer elsewhere.

Even to suggest a little contemplation here will get downvoted. Don’t bother. Might as well post “what is capitalism.”

Thoughts and prayers