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In John Steinbeck's novel "of mice and men" the American dream is portrayed as a distant and unattainable goal for many of the characters. For example, George and Lennie, the two main  characters, dream of owning their own farm and living off the land. however, their dream is repeated thwarted by harsh  realities of their lives, such as poverty and lack of social capital. In one scene, George tells Lennie that "Guys like, us that work on ranches, are the loneliest guys in the world. They don't belong no place...with us it ain't like that. we got a future. we got somebody to talk to that gives a damn about us." This quote suggests that George and Lennie's dream of owning a farm is not just about material wealth. but also about finding a sense of f belonging and purpose in their lives. The Novel ultimately suggests that the American Dream Is Only Attainable for certain people, such as those who are born into wealth or have access to education and social capital

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the songs lyrics speaks to the ways in which societal norms can be restrictive and alienating to certain groups of people.  with the line such as "somewhere between the sacred silence and sleep/distorter, disorder.'' the song encourages listeners to think about the ways in which societal norms can be toxic

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System of a Down - Toxicity (Remastered 2021)

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From my father in his words. ''The opportunity to start from scratch and to build your own empire. In a country where I have created opportunities for myself and others. It's no bed of roses. You must put in the effort. You are you and only you can create a way. Use the liberties that you have and protect the American Dream and its dreamers.''
-Ralph Gaona

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I believe that the American Dream is like religion, you choose to consider whether or not to accept the path or your fate. Its a concept that has been central to the identity of the united states for generations. however, it is also a concept that had been criticized for being limited in its scope, many people believe that the American Dream only applies to certain groups of people, as a believer myself. this belief is based on the idea that certain groups have more access to education,wealth and social capital than others which makes it easier for them to achieve success and happiness. As a result , many people who do not belong to these privileged groups feel excluded from the american dream and may struggle to achieve their goals. this had led to calls for greater equality and social justice in the united states, as well as a rethinking of what the american dream means and who it should apply to.

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The American dream, " The ideal by which equality of opportunity is available to any American, allowing the highest aspiration and goals to be achieved.¨ according to google.  The American dream is just getting by one day at a time with things your happy with and living comfortable. Able to Provide to your family. The Basic of surviving. Striving for the best of ones self