The Rising Influence of Rising Affluence

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RE "extreme consumption". Please elucidate with how you see it and how it is different than other time periods.

PS. Took a walk yesterday in my part of town yesterday. Empty streets and uncrowded public spaces for a change. Noticed that a kitchen remodeling showroom that is never open for retail visits opened. Remodeling biz must be slowing down fast.