Cultural Globalization

I thought the article by Philippe Legrain was very refreshing to read. I have often read articles addressing America’s powerful influence on other countries but rarely the influences other countries have on America. The article discussed examples that are commonly used to show how other countries are Americanized. Philippe Legrain then uses facts concerning each of these examples to demonstrate just the opposite. I think this article could benefit critics of American culture and anyone with a fear of American imperialism. The article “Learning from One Another” has a similar argument. It is rare to learn about a culture that has managed to sustain its sense of community as well as its unique traditions. I admire the people in Ladakh for their dedication to their culture and their individuality. Before observing the image from Spider-Man: India, I noticed an important question regarding the image. The question reads as follows: “As an American reader, what is your spontaneous response to the drawing of this character?” Personally, I initially noticed the differences in the costume and the stance Spider-Man has in the image.