Quote by Florence King

Americans worship creativity the way they worship physical beauty -- as a way of enjoying elitism without guilt: God did it.

Americans worship creativity the way they worship physical b

Summary

This quote suggests that in American culture, creativity is highly valued and revered, much like physical beauty. It implies that Americans place creativity on a pedestal, perceiving it as something exceptional and almost divine. By doing so, individuals are able to indulge in feelings of superiority and elitism without feeling guilty. The comparison to physical beauty suggests that Americans attribute creativity to a higher power, akin to how they may attribute physical attractiveness to genetics or divine creation. Overall, the quote points to the tendency to idolize creativity in American society as a means of finding validation and justification for elitist beliefs.

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