Consumerism
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America, Let’s Stop Working for Our Cars, Man
The Automobile: An American Icon The automobile has been deeply ingrained in the American psyche since the early 20th century. From the Model T’s democratization of transportation to the postwar suburban boom, the car has symbolized freedom, independence, and economic prosperity. It is a cultural icon, a status symbol, and a practical necessity. The Challenges…
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Tax Holidays: A Boon for Back-to-School Shopping, or Retail Elementary Hour?
School bells are silent, but the cash registers are ringing in as back-to-school shopping takes center stage. Tax holidays, a perk for some lucky states, promise savings on essential school supplies and clothes. But before we all stampede to the stores to plunk down our heard-earned dollars, let’s take a closer look at this shopping strategy. On the surface, tax holidays seem…
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My Mother’s Maiden Login: The Need For a Revolution From the Tyranny of Compelled Account Creation
Let’s talk about the elephant in the digital room: the forced account creation on almost every online store. Want a new pair of socks? Account. Need a last-minute birthday gift? Account. Buying a replacement spatula because of a series of unfortunate events? Believe it or not… Account! It’s enough to make you want to throw…