refelction of "Equality and Materialism"

gEquality and Materialismh by Alexis de Tocqueville was published more than 150 years ago. Yet, we still find quotes from the essay cited in recent political speeches. de Tocquevillefs statements still speak to us today because they express not only his thoughts on democracy as a form of governance, but also its relationship to human nature. Human nature is enduring, in many ways, so is his essay. de Tocqueville explores the relationships between wealth and democracy, equality and democracy, and lastly, human nature and democracy. He philosophically guides readers to comprehend the American experience.
Alexis de Tocqueville believes that the pursuit of material pleasure can become a spur for neglecting onefs duties and obligations to the community. He suggests that Americansf obsession with material well-being and love of money would potentially threaten the social well-being of America. In the process of pursuing onefs goal, one becomes more individualistic, oftent...