U AMERICANS, can u tell me what's the AMERICAN dream?
363792
The American Dream at one time was to own a house, a white picket fence, Mom standing at the door in her apron, waving to her husband as he drove away to work and at least 4 children. Now it is both parents working, at least a 3,000 square feet house, triple garage, maybe 2 children but usually one to none. Mom is able to afford a total reconstruction of her whole body through multiple surgeries. Dad doesn't have to drive anymore , he is driven by his own chauffleur or flown in his own private helicopter, to work. Children or child grows up, goes to Harvard, becomes a Dr, and supports the parents in their old age. Sounds good to me.
69826
It is a fact.  All Americans have the same opportunity as the next.  The sad thing about it is that our society and culture has digressed to the point to where many people just feel that this should just be given to them, that they automatically deserve it and all they do is complain that they do not have as much as the next person, when truly they haven't searched nor worked at accomplishing the "American Dream"
595451
Good question. It seems to me like there's no use in working the system to enjoy the American dream when you can steal it from America's youth.
1031290
I am proud to be an American.\n\nWe live in the land of opportunity. The land where dreams come true: If.... you want something bad enough and work hard enough.\n\nWe are free to worship or not worship as we choose. \n\nWe can say anything we want about our president without being taken from our beds at night ..and shot, beheaded, hung or terrorized\n\nWhile there are some problems with our school systems, in most  cases our children are not only literate, but go on to achieve their goals and ambitions in life.\n\nWe are a nation that cares deeply for our own and for the plight of  poorer nations. We are the first country to come running in to offer a helping hand in a disaster and the last to leave.\n\nAnd even if it makes me sound like a backwoods redneck, my\nphilosophy will always be.. "America....Love it or Leave it" !!\n\nand that, is this Texan's opinion
788152
life must suck in lifeless country huh?\nGod Us Americans are great\n\nSTOP ANSWERTING THESE QUESTIONS!\nMORONS
49052
America loves you all. Even me and I'm an American citizen.
1102043
First, what high skill jobs are we gaining? The last report I read about job creation in the US said the complete opposite. Next, breadlines exist or haven't you heard the US has a homeless problem. Also, gas prices are going to continue to go up and not everyone can afford it. Finally, your last statement about loans and grants betrays an ignorance of economics that answers your own question. \nWhat is the trade deficit in the US? \nWhat is the average savings per American?\nHave wages kept pace with cost of living?\n\nI congratulate you on earning your degree. What kind of job do you now have?\n\nYou have chosen one of the fastest growing industries in the US. The criminal justice industry. Does that tell you anything about the direction this country is headed?
489489
First of all welcome the the US, and thank you for coming legaly.\n\nYou will need to find gainfull employment and pay your taxes and your elegible for all that america has to offer.\n\noh and sorry about the scowl on my avatar.
297402
Excellent observation.\n\nPretty soon there will be only very wealthy and poor individuals/families.  There is no job security anymore so how can anyone buy a house or other objects related to the "American Dream"?  The American dream has evolved into a nightmare.
708474
no im not living the american dream. only few people actually live it thats why its called a dream. life is an ongoing struggle for me and about 250 million americans. what needs to be changed is definitely the heathcare, and welfare system. the military budget also needs to be reduced from $400 billion to about $40 billion. spend $360 on healthcare and welfare. people will be better taken care of. food in the u.s. is great though. dont change that. i love american buffets and taco bell. i also like how people trust each other in the states. in a lot of countries people dont trust each other and that is sad. i also like how americans are much friendlier than other countries. thats one thing americans can teach others. and also the food as well. im not talking about mcdonalds coz thats rubish. but like american buffets. even steak, ribs, and chicken wings. other countries have taught me tolerance. many countries are real good at accepting people of different religious groups, backgrounds, gays, poor people, etc. we are all people, and sometimes thats hard to understand in the states because you have to fit into this mold on what a person should be.
955685
It is wonderful to have such dreams... I had them also but could not afford to go overseas for study even though NOWADAYS.. that is the best place to go for higher education. MUCH MUCH better than in the U.S.  Unfortunately, you have to have money to do so and NO, I know of NO scholarships, etc that would pay for it.. I went to the Universities in the U.S. but had NO money and had to work morning, noon, night and evenings and it was not easy
3749
People are more greedy nowadays, and many have less of a work ethic. The American Dream isn't different, it's the things involved with the American Dream. Back then, the American Dream was too pretty much work hard and earn yourself a good living. Nowadays many people have a less work ethic, and the American Dream isn't too hard to achieve if you have some kind of special talent (Sports, music, etc.) You can also achieve the American Dream nowadays by becoming a good counterfeiter or becoming one of the main men in the drug trade. People have developed less of a work ethic and it shows. Thats how.
1055707
I think it (more or less) accurately represents the basic components of the American dream:\n\nFinancial stability\nProperty of one's own\nLove and devotion\nA family (kind of included in the above)\n\nIn conclusion - success.  People want money and love and once they have it, they like to show that they have it.  Thus the house and land, and the faithful dog, and well, the family is - or should be - the source of much love and devotion.\n\nSo...while it may not exactly be the American dream (and it's certainly not *my* dream), I think it it's a good representation of what the American dream truly comprises.
199276
Because we are the land of opportunity and freedom. Despite what we may or may not feel or agree on about America...compared to many places, it's a wonderful place to live and to follow your dreams..because you can.
848344
I like your question, but unfortunately have no clue what is meant by the term: "American Dream".\n\nI do have some knowledge of what it is that I want though.\n\nThe thing I value most in life is... FREEDOM to come, go, and do as I choose.\n\nTherefore "MY DREAM" is... to have more of that which I value most.
523819
US is a dream place for most of the people from every corner of the world....many reason a few are:\n\n1.place of techno(known for the implementation of hi fi and advanced technologies)\n\n2.Place of mixed cultures.\n\n3.Scenic and interesting places\n\n4.Highly competitive(great oppurtunity to explore selves)\n\n5.Birth place of many history makers.\n\n6.Good economy\n\n7.A better education with good techonology.\n\n8.NASA ...just name make me say wow!\n\n9.Mother of greatest movies...hollywood the root hub for english movies.\n\n10.Efficient military forces.\n\nIt is definately not a better place in the world to live in...a place according to me is better when it is blessed with warm people....whom ego hardly matters...who respects humanity to racism.\n\n\n:)
1032557
You have to pay the price for the American Dream.