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What is the American Dream?

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Plowing in the Fields

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Women At Work

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Civil Rights

American Soldiers

Money

The American Dream: A Perspective “We hold these truths to be self-evident--that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” Thomas Jefferson

The American Dream: A Perspective The American Dream can be expressed as a national sentiment that a democratic society inherently leads to prosperity. This sentiment bonds Americans in a common experience but can also give rise to excessive expectations.

The Promise of the American Dream Historical perspective Symbol of the opportunities inherent in a democracy Immigration and the American Dream Diversity as a major strength in our society The American Dream as a motivating force that attracts immigrants The belief that hard work, ingenuity, and perseverance can take you anywhere!

The CHANGING American Dream

The CHANGING American Dream America is a new Eden, a “promised land” of beauty, unlimited resources, and endless opportunities. Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Paine, John Adams, and Thomas Jefferson Is this still true?

The CHANGING American Dream The independent, self-reliant individual will triumph. Everything is possible for the person who places trust in his or her own powers and potential. Again, is this still true?

The CHANGING American Dream The American birthright is one of ever-expanding opportunity. Progress is a good thing, and we can optimistically expect life to keep getting better and better.

The CHANGING American Dream Historically, the American Dream has not helped most minorities improve their financial security. Rather, it has allowed those in power and wealth positions to sustain their advantage

The Pitfalls of the American Dream Brainstorm the positive and negative impacts of the American Dream: POSITIVE NEGATIVE

WHAT DO YOU ENVISION AS YOUR AMERICAN DREAM?