Supposedly the middle class is strinking. What do you define as the American Dream and whether are you able to obtain it?
2007-01-10 05:52:02 · 13 answers · asked by hiplaque 2 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
The "American Dream" is a marketing myth that was perpetuated during the expansion period immediately after World War II. Similar to the notion that America's streets are paved with gold, this sentiment expresses hope and the prospect of financial and social independence.
However, there is no "American Dream."
2007-01-10 05:59:04 · answer #1 · answered by oaxaca_so_long 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's more than way to view an American Dream and I've just learned that. You don't necessarily have to have the "white picket fence and two children and a dog" to have it. I think YOU define your American Dream. You can obtain it I think whether you're rich or poor. If you live within your means, and you;re happy with who you are and your family etc, that could be considered your American Dream. The "American Dream" most people are thinking of really doesn't exist anymore. Too many things have changed. People, society,inflation, ideas,etc have edited the original version of "The American Dream" meaning things aren't the same now that they were 10-20years ago.
2007-01-10 05:59:11 · answer #2 · answered by suzlaa1971 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The American Dream?
The American Dream is what ever the American dreams of...
You can not give an actual objective definition to what the American Dream and then evaluate if one has obtained by measurable quantities.
You see the American Dream is just that. An American who dreams to be something. And it can be anything.
The truth remains about the American Dream. That if you are an American and you Dream about doing something....most likely if you put hard work into it and strive for it you will achieve it.
That is what is great about America.
2007-01-10 05:58:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I AM the American dream
2007-01-10 05:59:02 · answer #4 · answered by chavito 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on how you define the American Dream. If you think that owning a home and be able to support yourself. Then yes. Ithink that it is attainable.
2007-01-10 06:02:42 · answer #5 · answered by Mimi 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the American dream is just that, a dream. Its whatever makes you happy, which is a huge problem and a great blessing at the same time. Whatever makes you happy...
2007-01-10 06:01:30 · answer #6 · answered by Hans B 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think that the american dream depends on the american, i dont need alot of money or possesions to be happy, but those that do may find the "american dream" to be hard to reach
2007-01-10 05:56:29 · answer #7 · answered by Aaron A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the american dream is a very fluffy idea that someone once fantasized about-technically i could have the "dream" but i just dont feel happy and wanting more wont help
2007-01-10 05:55:55 · answer #8 · answered by Eye of the Beholder 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Basically it is the idea that you can work, and have a good life for you and your family, live in peace, and enjoy the richness of the earth as God means for you.
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2007-01-10 06:52:45 · answer #9 · answered by Anrem E 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is still very much alive. An example is Jenna Jameson she just started out w/ a vagina and a dream.
2007-01-10 06:00:16 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋