One of the ideas that keep the American dream alive is equality. Since the United States were established in 1776, equality has been important to the citizens of America; …show more content…
Being able to grab a hold of the opportunity the country offers and makes something out of it is what makes the dream alive. When Barack Obama was the senator of Illinois, he gave a speech at the 2004 Democratic National Convention. In this speech he touches on his father’s accomplishments in America, “But my grandfather had larger for his son. Through hard work and perseverance my father got a scholarship to study in a magical place, America,that shone as a beacon of freedom and opportunity to so many who had come before.” Obama has seen the opportunity that the U.S gives to people in his father. This proves that it does not matter where you’re from or your socioeconomic status, in America you have the chance to make a life for yourself that you didn’t think was possible.
America has kept its promise to its people; a promise made over 200 years ago. The promise that everyone is accepted for who they are. The promise that if you work hard enough, you can pursue your passion and achieve your goals. The promise of the American dream. The American dream hasn’t disappeared yet,and it probably never will, because the light that fairness, unification, and the chance of a better life illuminates doesn’t