Which of the following is NOT a recent shift in secondary U$.$S$.$ cultural$$ values?

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Part $1$

A$.$

People have recognized that nature is finite and$$ fragile; it can be destroyed or spoiled by human activities.

B$.$

People use$$ products, brands, and services as a means of$$ self$-$expression, and they buy products and services that match their views of themselves.

C$.$

People have been moving away from materialism to seek more permanent values.

D$.$

The past two decades have seen a sharp increase in confidence in and loyalty toward$$ America's business and political organizations and institutions.

E$.$

American patriotism has been increasing gradually for the past two decades.