1. How would you describe the “American Dream?”
I think the American dream is based around the hope of wealth and freedom. It is our hope to have material secuirty and happiness.
2. What is your definition of wealth?
My definition of wealth is happiness. I dont think that when it comes to wealth money really matters. To be truley wealthy you need to be happy. While, this is what I think, many would disagree with this, and I think America during this time would say that wealth is solely based around money.
3. What are Americans’ attitudes toward wealth and poverty?
Americans think that wealth, as in money, is the only way to be truly happy and that anyone who is poor or in poverty is living an unfulfilling life.
4. What is your attitude toward wealth and poverty?
I completely disagree with what America thought during this time. Money isnt the only thing that matters, and often it just creates stress and makes people unhappy. Clearly, America learned this because the obsession with money led to the Great Depression, which lead to many hardships for America.
I totally agree with you that money doesn't matter when it comes to wealth. Personally, I think achieving wealth is achieving success, which create happiness within an individual because of the hard work it took them to get there. Numerous events in history, such as the Great Depression have proved time and again that America's obsession with money ultimately leads to chaos and hinders our economy. Thus, I do agree that money create stress and unhappiness. Great analysis!
ReplyDeleteI really like how you thought about the meaning of wealth beyond money and how that applies to the American Dream. I agree with a lot of what you are saying, especially, about America's obsession with material items and how that has led to so many problems for our country. However, I think that materialism is a problem in many countries not just America.
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