Quote by John Updike

Americans have been conditioned to respect newness, whatever it cost them.

Americans have been conditioned to respect newness, whatever

Summary

This quote implies that American society places a high value on embracing new things and ideas, regardless of the potential negative consequences or sacrifices involved. Americans are portrayed as being conditioned or trained to prioritize novelty and innovation above all else, suggesting a cultural tendency to prioritize progress and modernization even if it comes at a price.

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By John Updike

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