Have you ever thought about the American dream? Did you learn about it in history class? Discussed it with your parents? Are you living it right now? Or is a concept that is dead and gone?
Read and watch the sources linked below. In a short blog post, consider issues like the historical origins of the American dream, what is has meant throughout our nation's development, and what it means to our modern society? Has pursuing the "dream" always been positive, or has it been harmful in some ways? How do you and your friends view the American dream. Post your response tonight. This would be a great topic to discuss with parents, grandparents, neighbors, and friends!
What is the American Dream? Is it alive and well? Watch and read.
http://www.cbsnews.com/news/still-believing-in-the-american-dream/
Is the Dream Still Alive? Read the point of view of all contributors to this NY Times debate.
http://www.nytimes.com/roomfordebate/2015/01/01/is-the-modern-american-dream-attainable
Home Ownership and the Dream:
http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/a-superpower-in-decline-is-the-american-dream-over-a-726447-2.html
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