I wonder if Crusty George had a problem with those same dumb Americans buying his overhyped albums at Wal-Mart with those same credit cards...what a hypocrite.....In very few other countries could this USAF-reject & leftover hippie have been the millionaire that he was.
Jason
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Aug 01, 2008 19:47:44 PM
an American original, one of a kind
Thank you. You have performed a genuine public service, Kimberly. I"m a devout fan of George Carlin. Unfortunately, I've only seen a few of his performances, always on TV, never live. Now I'll never have that chance. I guess the moral of that is "Seize the day!"
Kenneth W. Staggs
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Jun 27, 2008 15:39:15 PM
Carlin and Consumerism
George Carlin's rip on American consumerism foreshadowed the viral video now making the rounds on the Internet, "The Story of Stuff." He could have written it. It is so painfully spot on, and absurdly funny at the same time.
Enjoy eternity, George, with Lenny Bruce and Richard Pryor...
David
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Jun 24, 2008 12:50:38 PM
consumerism
american business,knows americans love to re-invent themselves. Being wise,they have programmed the "american brain" to change and newness as better..Result, the gully able consumers don't change.
victor fratangelo
of CA
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Jun 23, 2008 22:25:27 PM
Great Quote
Hey Kim, nice post about Carlin. I had never heard his thoughts on consumerism before. I love it, he nailed it for me. So many Americans are sound asleep!
Kyle @ Rather-Be-Shopping
of CA
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Jun 23, 2008 12:59:55 PM
Kimberly Palmer, senior editor for U.S. News & World Report, writes about how to save money, avoid scams, manage debt, and be a savvy shopper. Send your personal finance questions to her for expert money advice.
Jason of @ Aug 01, 2008 19:47:44 PM
Kenneth W. Staggs of TX @ Jun 27, 2008 15:39:15 PM
David @ Jun 24, 2008 12:50:38 PM
victor fratangelo of CA @ Jun 23, 2008 22:25:27 PM
Kyle @ Rather-Be-Shopping of CA @ Jun 23, 2008 12:59:55 PM
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