In Defense of Consumerism

In “In Defense of Consumerism,” Rockwell disparages those who believe that people should live closer to nature – making compost, growing vegetables, reducing driving, and so forth – because he sees a more primitive lifestyle as one of “the inevitable effects of socialist policies” (par. 20).  Write a four to five paragraph essay (introduction, body, and conclusion) agreeing or disagreeing with him, using evidence from popular culture, contemporary politics, or recent history to support or refute his claim.