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The article I chose that supports my thesis is "Is the American Dream Still Alive Today." This article talks about how the American Dream is still alive today but has changed. For example it states "It's not impossible for groups to achieve the American dream, but you will have to work harder." This quote backs up the idea that the American Dream is still alive because you are able to achieve any dream you want in America as long as you work hard enough. Another example of the American dream still being alive is "In conclusion, the American dream is alive and can be achieved." This quote quite simply states that the American dream is alive and can be achieved. This obviously proves the idea that the American dream is still alive and well in this country.

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If you've ever watched any films from many decades ago, you'll notice that the idea of the American dream is brought up a lot. It's almost something that the US was founded on, this idea that there are equal opportunities for everyone.

The whole point of the American dream is that anyone can move to America and have a chance at succeeding. It was billed as one of the things that made the country stand out from others.

However, in recent times, the concept of the American dream is not as strong as it used to be. Many people argue that it no longer exists, but is it really dead and buried?

From an entrepreneurial perspective, should you look at the US as a country that's worth starting a business in? Is the dream still alive, or will you be doomed to fail?

Record number of new businesses during a global pandemic

It's no secret that the US economy suffered throughout 2020 and the ongoing global pandemic . However, it will surprise you to learn that a record number of small businesses were started during this time. In fact, research suggests that a whopping 1.4 million startups were founded between June and September 2020. That's the biggest number than any other quarter in history!

So, with figures like this, it's easy to say that the American dream is very much still alive and well. It certainly seems like this is the place to be if you want to set up a new business. Part of the reason for this is that the US has very friendly business tax rates, making it as easy as possible for people to start businesses.

This is a country that values small enterprises, which is where the whole idea of an American dream came from. Of course, before you phone your immigration lawyer and start getting the papers drawn up, you have other things to consider.

Achieving the American dream isn't as easy as it sounds

According to a survey of over 14,000 Americans, 37% of the population believe the American dream is less attainable than it used to be. This is down to a range of different factors.

Firstly, there is substantially more competition for businesses in the US than there ever was before. You might be able to start a small company, but there's no guarantee that you will achieve success.

Secondly, it is often argued there are more deep-rooted issues like race, gender, and class discrepancies. Historically speaking at least, it is considerably easier for a white, middle-class man to achieve the American dream than someone from a typically poorer class and different ethnicity/gender.

It's not impossible for other groups to achieve the American dream, but you will have to work harder.

In conclusion, the American dream is definitely still alive and can be achieved. However, don't assume that it will be easy for you to reach it. Starting a business in the US can be an excellent idea as there's a huge target market to tap into.

Just be cautious if you take this step, and don't assume that you will instantly be able to achieve everything.

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Is The American Dream Still Alive Today? - Minutehack

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If you've ever watched any films from many decades ago, you'll notice that the idea of the American dream is brought up a lot. It's almost something that the US was founded on, this idea that there are equal opportunities for everyone.

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The Distance Between Us is about a girls life as an immigrant coming to America. The girl comes to America because of the possibilities and opportunities it has to be successful and follow your dreams. In chapter 24 of the text before leaving for college she states "I thought about my father, about how eighteen year before he had been working fields near here sleeping in an abandoned car in order to save money." This quote supports my thesis because it shows that because she came to America through all the hardships she has been through she was still able to make her dream of going to college come true.

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This video discuses whether or not the American Dream is still alive. The person in the video goes on to describe the American Dream and what it means. The idea is that people are able to come to America and have successful carries. He also discuses how apart of this comes along family and home ownership which are huge parts of the dream. He ultimately decides the American Dream is still thriving which backs up the thesis I chose. In the end, there are many reasons why the American Dream is still alive and well in this video.

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The American dream: Is it still alive? | IN 60 SECONDS

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The song I chose that follows the American Dream is Living in America by James Brown. This song represents the American Dream and he shows his appreciation for America. Lines like "I live in America Say it loud, you make me proud, uh Said, I live in America." prove the thesis because he is proud to be living in America because it is a a place where anyone can make their dreams come true. Another line that supports the thesis is "You might have to walk a fine line (say it)You might take a hard line But everybody's workin' overtime." This supports the thesis because it proves that the American Dream is alive and anyone can make it if they work hard enough. Overall I believe this song supports the American Dream well.

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The person I chose to my interview on was my mom. Her idea of the American dream was the ability for anyone to come to this country and be successful. Her plan when she grew up was to be able to work in the medical field. Her American dream was to be able to afford a house and have a family to support. Her parents were a great influence on her to become successful. Her dream ultimately came true, she has a stable job a family and a house. She believes that the American dream is achievable for anyone who works hard enough for it.

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My dream job is to play professional baseball. This relates to the American Dream because this is quite literally my dream.

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Having a family is my American Dream I have always wanted to have a kid. I feel like if I had a family my dream would be complete.

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Another Dream of mine is to be able to afford a mansion. If I had enough money to afford it I would know I made it.

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The American Dream is the idea that anyone who comes to American can be successful. It is also about hard work and dedication. It is true that anyone who comes to America can make it but, the people who make it work hard. It is not an easy task to "make it" in America but the American Dream is definitely possible. My personal dream is to make it into the MLB and go to college. I want to do this so I am able to be happy and support my family and make them proud.