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In the short film it talks about the freedom America has. People are able to follow their dreams and achieve them. It goes on talking about how people are able to move up in their career and earn a better life over time. America gives the opportunity to achieve your American dream. Working hard and having grit will allow you to succeed.

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1942 WWII ERA PATRIOTIC AMERICAN DREAM FILM  "AMERICAN ANNIVERSARY"  LESLIE ROUSH 11604

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By: MH Contributor - April 6, 2021
The American dream is still alive to those who want it. Some people doubt that the American dream is alive and think the American dream is only for certain people. "Anyone could move to America and have a chance at succeeding. It was one of the things that made the country stand out from others". This is a statement from the article I've chosen, it supports that living in America gives you the opportunity to achieve your America Dream. "It's not impossible for groups to achieve the American dream, but you will have to work harder". This statement supports my thesis saying that some people may have to work hard to achieve their American dream but it's still possible.

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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 connection with The Distance Between Us

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The connection with The Distance Between Us

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In chapter 22 of book 2. Reyna was enrolled into a class in the summer that was required for her to go to college. Her teacher Diana Savas was a big inspiration to her and pushed Reyna to follow her dreams as a writer. “I couldn’t have known what the future held for me. All I could do back then was to allow myself to dream.” (307) To achieve the American dream you need to figure out what you want to do in your life. Finding people that want to help you with your American dream helps you achieve it.

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I interviewed my father about his take on the American Dream. My father said that the American dream is, “Having the opportunity to be able to work hard and to achieve your dreams”. I asked him whether or not someone can fail at achieving their American Dream, “I think if you work hard you will achieve some success, you work hard and keep trying.” I then asked my father if his parents influenced his opinion on the American Dream or who did, “I don't remember my parents giving me advice, I’m sure they did. I just remember my grandfather telling me to get an education and work hard”. My father said he wanted to be an Engineer when he grew up but he ended up being a Director of Merp and transfer station operation (management). I then asked him whether or not he thought he achieved his American dream, “Yeah, I think my dreams have come true, I have a beautiful wife and a wonderful family, all are healthy. We’re not financially challenged”. I finished the interview by asking my father advice for me and my American Dream,  “Get an education, work hard, and have focus and go after whatever you want.” … “I don’t necessarily think achieving your dreams has to do with money, it is happiness. I measure success with happiness, not your bank account.”

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The song I have chosen is American Dream Plan B by Tom Petty and the Heartbreaks. The song is about the American dream and to achieve it takes persistence. "I got a dream I'm gonna fight 'til I get it". This line from the song supports that having grit and hope will allow you to achieve your American Dream. "My success is anybody's guess But like a fool, I'm bettin' on happiness" This line explains that achieving your American Dream may force you to make sacrifices.

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The American Dream is different for everyone. Having freedom to be able to achieve your dreams and aspirations. The American Dream gives you the opportunity to start from nothing and work hard and earn something. My American Dream is to be happy and to make great readerships with people. I want to make a positive impact on people's lives.

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I want to travel to beautiful places. In my life I want to experience the world's natural wonders. A few places I would like to visit are Alaska, Greece, and the U.K.

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I want to take on the responsibility and have a family. I want to create long lasting relationships with people I rely on.

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I want to turn my passion in art, into my career. I hope to be financially stable and happy in my career.