The American Dream No Longer Exists

What is the American Dream? I’ve heard it as the “land of opportunity” but I am unsure of what America is really called today. The American dream is to have the freedom, the opportunities to be independent and financial success. In today’s society due to the reduction of opportunities given to Americans it is difficult to move up the economic ladder to attain a person’s dream. Of course, many will probably disagree with this assertion that the American dream is unattainable. On the other hand, if we all don’t have equal opportunities than everyone’s perception is misled. If Americans don’t have money we feel we can’t accomplish things in our lives.

Equal opportunities is said to be that no matter where he or she comes from or who he or she is will be given the freedom and opportunity to obtain anything. It is stated in our Constitution that “all men are created equal.” Needless to say, not all people are treated equally due to their race, background, gender, or religion. Many people in today’s society are trying to find better jobs. Our current economy is like a see-saw. Previously, people could get jobs by working hard and having happiness by working their way up to a better paying position. When my older sister was in high school twenty four years ago she worked at Hardee’s. She began working as a regular employee with basic wages. Quickly, due to her diligent work, rarely calling in, and commitment she was able to move up to a higher wage. Within a year or so, she was already at a manager position where she remained there until the end of high school. It isn’t quite simple today.

Due to our economic status in America, many people are finding it difficult to find a job that will pay better than minimum wage. For many Americans, like myself, if we don’t have a four-year degree than we will continue to only receive a minimum wage job. I am a non-traditional student going back to school trying to earn a high paying job. Many jobs are