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Originally posted by CatStarESP4
It looks like there is too much conspicuous consumption in this society. Also, keeping up with the Joneses or outbesting somebody (friend, neighbor or relative). It's getting to be very obscene!
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I have to agree. Ever since I learned about Veblen and his ideas on conspicuous consumption I really tend not to look at appearances for what they are claiming to be.