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“Modern problems require modern solutions.” Those are the words of American stand-up comedian Dave Chappelle. Though he said the phrase in a skit during an episode of Chappelle’s Show, jokingly advocating for the use of fake Canadian ID cards for free healthcare, people are using this format to post about real-life problems that need creative solutions. Some of these jokes are hilariously on-point while others tell us all about the sad state of society.

There are a lot of problems in the 21st century. From life on the streets being worse than life in prison to the invasion of privacy via facial recognition technology, and much, much more. Bored Panda has collected some of the saddest and funniest 'modern problem' posts that make you think, so scroll down, have a look, and let us know what modern problems you personally think are the biggest, dear Pandas. Remember to upvote the stories that left the biggest impact on you and read on for Bored Panda's interview with redditor Imthatguy25 who is very proud that they created the joke format in the first place.

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Celine Nguyen
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6 years ago

That's actually really smart

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    #2

    Modern Problems Require Modern Solutions

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    Sarah Fox
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    6 years ago (edited)

    you go girl ;)

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    #3

    Modern Problems Require Modern Solutions

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    Maria
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    6 years ago

    Did it work?

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    No you didn't
    Community Member
    6 years ago

    I thought that's conceptual in most airports.

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    #5

    Modern Problems Take Modern Solutions.

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    Sarah Fox
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    6 years ago (edited)

    this is actually just sad not funny...

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    ML
    Community Member
    6 years ago

    Why 420? is this something special? I'd think 404 would be more stoleable

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    Vic
    Community Member
    6 years ago

    This is an innovative solution.. must be applied to TP as well..

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    Izzy_
    Community Member
    6 years ago

    Hahaha I've actually had to do that. I was over 1lb on my checked luggage (yep, 1 measly pound) and I had no room in my carry-on. All I had was a small backpack. So I wore 5 shirts and two sweaters. Luckily I didn't look too puffed up haha Once I passed TSA, I asked for a shopping bag at a store and carried my clothes in there since I was allowed one more item as carry-on XD

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    #9

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    Ami Temi
    Community Member
    6 years ago

    Sad, but you have to give it to him: that's pretty innovative.

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    Grace Marsden
    Community Member
    6 years ago

    this is adorable

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    Daria Z
    Community Member
    6 years ago

    So, how was his eLection?

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    The People Of New

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    Sarah Fox
    Community Member
    6 years ago

    awww, hope the go on a date

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    Katinka Min
    Community Member
    6 years ago

    Won't fly where I live. You have to move the whole thing onto it.

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    #14

    Modern Problems Require Ancient Solutions

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    BroadwayBound
    Community Member
    6 years ago

    Poor lion though :(

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    Modern Problems Require Modern Solutions

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    Dariusz Wiśniewski
    Community Member
    6 years ago

    FREE HONG KONG

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    Saint Thomas
    Community Member
    6 years ago

    Looks more like an ancient solution to me...

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    Oathbraker
    Community Member
    6 years ago

    Plot twist: It's Tom Cruise shooting the next Mission Impossible.

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    #18

    Modern Problems Require Modern Solutions

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    Sarah Fox
    Community Member
    6 years ago

    'pest control workers are using nuclear weapons to get rid of bugs'

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    Shelp
    Community Member
    6 years ago

    But that's a fellony. Plus, it does not only harm the teacher, but his whole family aswell.

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    ebony1k124 touch
    Community Member
    6 years ago

    Just wait for a gust of wind. I was going to tell a wall joke but it blows.

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    Angela
    Community Member
    6 years ago

    What? Get a job you say Vanky?? Wow, none of us would ever have thought of that!

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