The Idea That We Must Consume or Decline Is a Myth

question 40

Essay

The idea that we must consume or decline is a myth, according to Durning. Do you find his argument against this claim convincing? Why or why not? Also, what would decline? Are there some kinds of decline that we should welcome or promote? Explain.

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