The American Dream

The American dream caused people to cross seas and fight wars so they could first find, then keep, their freedom; later it caused people to spread into unknown places and fight for their beliefs and way of life. The “American Dream” basically formed America, it was the motivation behind settling here in the beginning and now it is the fuel behind our hopes and dreams. It is the reason why the United States is like it is today, and why it will continue to improve for the future. James Truslow…

When the phrase “The American Dream” is referred to, many people will have an image spring to mind of a medium sized home with a white picket fence and a large, oak-type tree in the backyard. There, a brother and sister play fetch with a dog of indeterminate species, while a father flips hamburgers on a grill and a mother walks out of the door carrying buns for the midsummer picnic. The family is dressed well, they are up to date on the latest technology, and food is never an issue. It is very…

The Lingering American Dream In “The Making and Persistence of the American Dream” by John K. White and Sandra L. Hanson, citizens of America consistently envision their individual American Dream which is often impacted by older ideals, morals and manners learned as a child. Both authors of this piece identified defining characteristics of the subconscious American Dream affecting today’s citizens. John K. White, a politics professor and Sandra L. Hanson, a sociology professor, both teaching at…

The American Dream In the continent of Asia where I used to live, the American dream has brought to my attention to live and work here in America. Certainly, there are three categories that I want to share to which this American dream for me is well and alive and these are as follows: Due to poverty, due to lack of employment and due to family responsibility. First category is due to poverty. Anyone in my hometown in Asia wants to come in America because of poverty and to have…

speaking the hidden truths about what his people lived with and faced everyday trying to find their own "American dream". Latinos are not as happy trying to obtain the “American Dream”. With as much emphasis as society puts on that concept, their hope can only sustain their mindsets and will to continue for so long. After reading through his poem, I thought more about the idea of the "American dream" and what it actually means for me. Specially me being a proud Latina. The concept and it’s…

Death of a Salesman The American Dream Since North America was discovered, the common goal has been to explore and own the land, to pursue individual ambitions. Even though much time has passed, and the continent populated, this collective idea remains. The American Dream generalizes the desire for independence and the freedom to go after each person’s own happiness. It was stated in the Declaration of Independence, and is one of the most well known concepts today. That was the main drive when…

ever wonder is the American dream still effective today and is it still possible to achieve? The American dream is “the dream of a land in which life should be better and richer and fuller for everyone, with opportunity for each according to ability and achievement, regardless of social class or circumstance at birth.” Yet, we know that “The American Dream” has not always been an easy and accessible picture for everyone due to many components such as the perception of the dream, income…

The term "American Dream "first was used by the American historian James Truslow Adams in his book "The Epic of America" published in 1931( Dictionary.com). At that time the term “American Dream” was founded when the United States was suffering under the Great Depression. The “American Dream” will forever have multiple definitions. "The American Dream" has become a widespread term to describe the "American Way of Life" in general (Dictionary.com). The American Dream always has something…

Bob Herbert describes “The American Dream” to nearly be dead, stating that “there is not much of it that’s left anymore”. Pointing to an economy that isn’t in the best shape, or looking at the poor ranking American schooling ha, or even brining up warfare overseas. He paints a picture that not only the American Dream maybe in shambles but also for the kids that will grow up living that dream will “inherit a very bad deal”. He says that Americans are in denial and that it will take while before…

When reading and watching video clips last week about the American dream, there are several ideas correlating to oppression that crossed my mind. The reading “Overcoming the American Dream” had many ideas about oppression that struck me. When the narrative spoke about how money is essential to power, it made me really reflect how this is so true. When I think about the American dream, I often picture a wealthy family with nice things. Relating this idea about money and power to oppression, is…