Essay that poses question of whether or not the American Dream is still obtainable with a focus on The Great Gatsby.

This was originally written for a English Comp Class and I decided to share it here.

I was a single mom, too, so I know first-hand the struggles single moms face every day. But I did not have to contend with the pressure of Christmas in October, and I did not live in fear of losing my job during a bad economy when chances of getting another job would be next to none.

The American Dream in the second half of the 19th century was the idea of coming to America and obtaining money, a home, a family, a job, food, liberty, and happiness through hard work and entrepreneurship.

(Lots of pictures!)

As America is fast losing economic dominance the promise of the American dream has faded. The state exists not for life only but for the good life. When the good life is threatened, what is the best thing to do?

Political commentary.

Anyone can be an American; it is a state of mind, not just a nationality. You do not have to be born in the United States to be an American; you just have to have dreams and the desire to achieve them. Americans are confident, prideful, patriotic, and have a sense of purpose. We are goal-oriented, always striving to achieve and exceed expectations.

A look at how the American dream began and what needs to be done to correct it.

Change is a Law of Nature. Helpful ways to change your perspective.

American Dream "Dead or Alive"