Is there any modern equivalent? Do we even have any shared culture anymore or are we all in our own rabbit holes?

Plastic straws are harmful to sea turtles. That is why their use has been reduced.

Do you like turtles?

Except it’s not true. Social Security cards are useless for identification purposes. I haven’t seen my SS card in 30 years. I’ve never been asked for it or needed it in any way for at least that long. 

I have a 2019 e-golf which has slightly better range, and I love it! The adaptive cruise and CarPlay make it an excellent commuter car.