U.S. consumption greatly increased at the end of the twentieth century, but since the recession, there are some indications that we may be entering a postconsumption age. What types of benefits and problems does a postconsumption age raise for U.S. society? Offer at least one specific example of something that would improve or decline as a result of lowered consumption.

What will be an ideal response?


but may include that less consumption means dead malls, fewer jobs, and a declining standard of living, and include examples such as the emptying of housing or commercial spaces, fewer new items to purchase, or other limitations to consumer goods. Some benefits might include an improved environment and an improvement to work-life balance.

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