Quote by Paul Fussell

Americans are the only people in the world known to me whose status anxiety prompts them to advertise their college and university affiliations in the rear window of their automobiles.

Americans are the only people in the world known to me whose

Summary

This quote reflects on the unique tendency of Americans to display their college and university affiliations on their car windows. It suggests that status anxiety, or the desire to maintain or enhance one's social standing, drives Americans to visibly showcase their educational background. In contrast to other cultures, where this may be uncommon, Americans apparently prioritize highlighting their academic credentials as a way to signify success and establish a sense of superiority or perceived prestige.

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By Paul Fussell

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