In "The Crying of Lot 49," the protagonist reflects on the concept of excluded middles, which represent binary choices that overlook the complexities of diversity. She is troubled by the idea that such exclusion has manifested in her surroundings, where there were once strong prospects for inclusivity and a rich variety of experiences. The notion of "bad shit" further emphasizes the negative implications of this exclusion for society. As she navigates her reality, she grapples with how these exclusions have transformed her environment, often leading to a narrowing of perspectives. The contrast between her hopes for a diverse community and the realities of division highlights the challenges of maintaining inclusivity in a world that often simplifies complex social dynamics into rigid categories.

In "The Crying of Lot 49," the protagonist reflects on the concept of excluded middles, which represent binary choices that overlook the complexities of diversity. She is troubled by the idea that such exclusion has manifested in her surroundings, where there were once strong prospects for inclusivity and a rich variety of experiences. The notion of "bad shit" further emphasizes the negative implications of this exclusion for society.

As she navigates her reality, she grapples with how these exclusions have transformed her environment, often leading to a narrowing of perspectives. The contrast between her hopes for a diverse community and the realities of division highlights the challenges of maintaining inclusivity in a world that often simplifies complex social dynamics into rigid categories.