Reflection+on+Consumerism+in+America

Consumerism is what Americans are constantly around. If you walk down a commercial street, you will find stores that are constantly promoting their newest products. Apple, for example, has so many consumers that are addicted to the products it creates. When new products like the I-phone, or the I-pad come out, there will be HUGE lines outside the various apple stores around the country. People are obsessed with consumerism. In addition, there is a type of materialism that comes along with this consumerism. For example it is easy to see the way that material items and consumerism are associated with love. Americans believe that the more you buy for your loved one, the more you love them. We symbolize our love through expensive wedding rings, and holidays like Valentines day. This only contributes to the statement that Americans consumer to express their love.