Personal Narrative: My Dream Of America

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My dream for the good of America is simple really, it just takes a bit of elbow grease, some might say, but I say it just takes an open mind and an open heart. I think everyone should have a positive dream for America. America is the greatest country in the world. I say this with whole hearted truth, I mean I know other countries, I haven’t been to many but I’ve been told by many, with a lot more experience than I do on the matter, that it is. Although I solely believe this nation is the best by far, it’s getting damaged by people who don’t care or don’t have dreams. My dream is for all Americans to be successful and do something fantastic with their lives. Like a wise man once said, “A dream you dream alone is merely a dream; a dream you dream together is reality. “ …show more content…
In the future I would like to see America free of any wars, reduced violence, corruption, and just basically have a safe and peaceful environment for future generations. We need to be a nation that disregards drugs, violence, gangs, terrorism, and racism. Though some of these things may not be totally completely dismissed on the spot, they’re not a façade; we can do great things if we’d just demand and be a little more determined. If everyone demanded peace instead of another television set, then there’d be peace. Some might say that it’s a waste of time or it can't be accomplished or fulfilled, but time you enjoy wasting is not wasted. My dream or might I say, America’s dream is a reality and a reality leaves a lot to the

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