Post 13

I would describe the "American Dream" as the possibility and opportunity for success. People view the United States as the ideal place to build a life. No matter where one comes from, they can work hard and achieve a living in America. It is expected that one's cultural background will not significantly hinder one's capacity to be prosperous. However, I know that this is not the case for all immigrants. Sadly enough, in today's America, many are not given equal opportunities or receive the fair and equal treatment. Truth be told there are far better countries to achieve this so called dream filled with immense wealth, America just seemed to trademark it first.

I know what many people will say. They will say that wealth is not only tangible via possessions and money, but is more than that and also includes things and ideas of emotional significance. Wealth to me, are those possessions and money. These are the things I immediately think of when imagining wealth, but that is not to say that there is not value in relationships and other experiences of emotional significance.

Americans value wealth immensely, and particularly wealth of monetary value. Americans fear poverty, especially since we seem to connect it to not only a lack of money, but also lack of relatable experience and intelligence. It is common to believe that happiness does not come immediately with wealth, as we are all told this constantly. I, for one, am guilty of thinking the opposite of this. Wealth gives access to worldly experiences, which would most definitively feed my happiness. However, I understand the saying, wealth isn't everything and there are things much more important in life, but it can make life a little more enjoyable.

Overall, the "American Dream" is important to keep in mind and an important goal for America. America should be a place where anyone can come and build a wealth that they see fit, without being obstructed by their color, gender, or other defining factor other than their merit and ethic.