1. The Paradox of the American Dream

2. The American Dream… Is based on the notion that
all people are afforded
the opportunity
to overcome debilitating circumstances
in order to live a better life.
No matter the race, religion, ethnicity, or gender.
From its inception, America has been peopled
by immigrants who believe in the idea of succeeding, overcoming, achieving, sometimes
even escaping one’s fate in another country,
and building a new life.

3. 3 Main Beliefs: Optimism and continual progress of life
Independence and the importance of the individual
Opportunity to start fresh - America as a
New Eden

4. The Dream Becomes a Nightmare
This hopeful view of America, this “land of opportunity,” has its DARK side—
racial strife disillusionment discrimination corruption
marginalization materialism

5. How has the dream evolved?

6. The American Dream Paradox
As people come to America in pursuit of their personal dreams, they ultimately destroy the hopes, dreams, and ambitions of others
Paradoxically, the American Dream contradicts itself as it reveals a certain
degree of truth.
America is viewed as a “land of opportunity” but at what cost to Americans?

7. Paradox of McDonald’s?