Values Of US Culture Both articles, “America 2000: Fast and Furious Fun” by Jerry Adler and “Shopping” by Don DeLillo, examine various things that Americans value as a society.For example, how many times one can hear a promotion slogans like “Free set of floor mats with every new car purchase!”  However, what author does not mention explicitly but certainly has in mind is that such developments destroy uniqueness and sentimental values of the city.He, being the face of the nation to outside world, has shown the ultimate irresponsibility of American way.