You are so right on target. The attention span of people these days is horrible. They look at the headlines and move on. One other compelling thing about reading, it expands your imagination. When reading a good book, you can be taken to worlds and places you have never imagined.
I also would like to thank you for the statement on people who just comment. I am new to Steemit, but I feel that if you are going to comment, you should always take the time to read the articles that people have put so much work into. That is what this community is all about. Yes, you might make a quick buck, but it does not bring value to the community.
Thanks for the post.