Stephen Cruz

Stephen Cruz believes the definition of the American Dream is constantly changing over time, and that it has problems. For one, he believes that it is based off of fear and power rather than hard work and determination. The other problem is that the “dream” is being changed by a small group of individuals rather than everyone. I disagree with his reasoning. He is wrong when saying that only a small group is changing the dream and also that it is based off of fear and power. He is generalizing who is in control. For him it is the wealthy, and that they believe in controlling through fear and power. I believe that the “dream” hasn’t changed. The American Dream is what you want it to be; it is more of a titled opinion about America. Everyone has his or her own opinion. His argument isn’t persuasive or relevant. He entered the work force in the 1960s and thought he was experiencing the “dream.” During this time it was the height of the Civil Rights Movement. Even though he was wrong in thinking that he was more skilled than another, and that he only got the job because of his ethnicity, but if anything that should strengthen his belief of the American Dream. This occurrence it shows change in how our society was and how success was becoming more of a reality for everyone and not just a group. The American Dream is still alive in us today. It is an opinion about the opportunities of America, and as long as you believe in it, it exists.