Just more than a third of Americans believe the American dream — that anyone can get ahead through hard work — is still true, according to a new poll, marking a sharp decline from years past. About…
Like some other commenters, I’m surprised it’s that high.
To me the “American Dream” consists of, if you work hard, we’ll take care of you. And if you participate in civil society you’ll get a civil politics that works for you. The first is completely dead for way more than 64% of people, although there are little sparks of it coming back somewhere at the end of this road that UAW and friends are starting on. The second is still alive a lot more than people realize (observe the progress in abortion referendums and sensible people taking back school boards) but it’s definitely under threat as well.
Like some other commenters, I’m surprised it’s that high.
To me the “American Dream” consists of, if you work hard, we’ll take care of you. And if you participate in civil society you’ll get a civil politics that works for you. The first is completely dead for way more than 64% of people, although there are little sparks of it coming back somewhere at the end of this road that UAW and friends are starting on. The second is still alive a lot more than people realize (observe the progress in abortion referendums and sensible people taking back school boards) but it’s definitely under threat as well.