America teaches its children that every passion can be transmuted into an occasion to buy.
In "The Witches of Eastwick," John Updike highlights how American culture encourages consumerism by promoting the idea that nearly every emotion or desire can be transformed into a commercial opportunity. This perspective suggests that passion and personal interests are often overshadowed by the need to purchase goods, turning feelings into mere transactions.
This commentary reflects a broader societal trend where materialism is intertwined with identity and self-expression. Instead of nurturing genuine passions or relationships, there is a pervasive belief that fulfillment can be found through buying products, reinforcing a cycle of consumption that defines American life.
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