Changes- Amelia Rogers

America is a consumer driven society, where people are too focused on money.  As we approach the holiday season, this consumer-crazy environment is on full display.  The quasi-holiday Black Friday is spilling over into the beautiful American tradition of Thanksgiving, with stores now opening on Thursday night for extra shopping hours.

In the interest of preserving our country, I propose a simple solution— we get rid of currency.

Without any money, people will quickly become less worried about material things and focus on what’s more important. People will spend more time with their families and friends during the holidays, and carry the joy of that season with them all year long. Without currency, a bartering system will develop, and people will get out and connect with their neighbors, creating a greater sense of community. This will strengthen our country and revive our patriotism. There will no longer be a need for banks, so robbery will decrease greatly, and thieves can find good jobs. Also, animosity between rich and poor will vanish, as the rich will no longer have money to flaunt around.

Overall, getting rid of currency will strengthen our nation and save us from the monster of consumerism.