The Biggest Lie Of The American Dream

What was the biggest lie of centuries? The American Dream, the land of prosperity, and the land of the free. No, the pursuit of happiness was the biggest trick. The most important thing to know is even though it was a lie, human perseverance has also made some of it a reality. The process of entering the United States was entirely a struggle. None the less, America was still the land of opportunity and fortune for those who were ambitious and possessed a great will to acquire their dream. However, for the majority who believed in the dream, there were many things that undermined and limited them from truly acquiring their American dream. The main limiting factors of being able to live the American ideals were immigration, assimilation/naturalization, and public voice. The most fundamental challenge of getting to the United states was a big issue. To immigrate into the united states, individuals needed to pass rigorous screenings and examinations to ensure that they were fit for being inside the growing nation. The …show more content…
Manifest destiny states that “The expansive future is our arena, and for our history. We are entering on its untrodden space…” with optimism for the creation of a greater nation like none other. Also stating that “We have no interest in the scenes of antiquity…” (O’Sullivan). However, it was stated, reality stated that women were objectified as male property since the ‘man was in charge’ ideals. As stated in the Declaration of Sentiments, "He has compelled her to submit to laws. In the formation of which she had no voice," and "He has withheld from her rights which are given to the most ignorant and degraded men –both native and foreigner" (Stanton). This lack of gender equality eradicated the dream for many women who though immigrating, escaping, or assimilation into America would offer them a greater opportunity to have a public