Why did the New York Times call the 1964 World's fair a glittering mirror of our national opulence

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Leland Reyes

17 January, 20:58

Why did the New York Times call the 1964 World's fair a glittering mirror of our national opulence

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Declan Davidson · Answer 1

Consumerism on display

The major companies of the US were on display at the 1964 World's Fair which demonstrated materialism and ability to buy extra in the US. New computer technology took a front stage showing the world the innovation coming from the US.