Is+the+American+Dream+still+alive?+p.1

=Post due Thursday (11/3). You must respond to at least one other person's post, as well.=

In light of the recent protests in New York, Philadelphia, and other major cities across the country I'd like you to make connections between modern politics/society and the literature we're reading in class. We've been reading //The Great Gatsby//, a novel largely concerned with the realities and illusions regarding the concept of the American Dream--a concept that brings to mind a different set of associations for each American, but in some way, addresses the idea of success in a country that encourages every citizen to "make something of him/herself" and reach his or her own version of happiness. This idea that every American is given an equal chance to reach her dreams is being challenged by many Americans who are frustrated with the current state of affairs in this country, arguing that their ability to prosper is being stifled by factors that include corporate greed and injustices in the system.

I'd like for you to read the article, [|"Is Occupy Wall Street bad for the American Dream?"]

After reading, decide where you stand on the issue and respond on this discussion post. Do you believe that the American Dream is still possible and that with hard work people can achieve their goals? Or, do you feel sympathetic to the "We Are the 99 percent" group and feel that the "system" burdens everyone with so many obstacles and injustices that it is almost impossible to lead a life free of excessive stress and achieve your dreams?

===In your response, be sure to cite at least one quote from the article. Your response needs to be at least __**200 words**__ in length and must take a clear stance on the issue presented. Feel free to do further research and reference other sites that you find interesting. Incorporate your own opinions and experiences in your response.===

Directions on how to respond:

1. Click on the Discussion Link above. 2. Click the "New Post" link in the next page and write your response in the box. I would recommend writing this in a Word document and then pasting it into the box so that you do not lose what you've written. 3. Make sure that you have titled a subject to the post before you submit.

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