But most people realize that the trees and the air cannot speak for themselves and if they could they would definitely want people to use bags. Bags make shopping more enjoyable.
Bags symbolize the crowning achievement of a purchase well done.
When at first encountering a bag rejector, pretend not to hear their request and silently place their purchase in a bag. If they persist with their juvenile request, try to persuade them out of it. A gentle reminder that bags are an excellent compliment to a purchase well done, is sometimes sufficient. Tell them that most Americans love to have bags. If the above maneuvers do not work, try a different tack.