For the age group of 25 to 35, I interviewed my cousin, Cody Fale, a 25-year-old college student. He actually had two answers for his definition of the “American Dream,” one more superficial than the other. For his first definition he stated that every person wants “A mansion with an ocean view, a garage full of expensive cars, a luxurious pool, and every luxury a man can buy…” which he categorized as the stereotypical “music video” lifestyle. But then he added that he thought that this frivolous lifestyle, although very alluring and pleasurable, was not a realis

I questioned Thomas Malmstadt, a middle school principal who is 41 years old, for the age group of 36 to 45. In his case the “American Dream” can be defined as “having happiness with your family and doing good things for others,” or what can be restated as the simple things in life. His explanation of the meaning of this dream is “to live a life characterized by virtuous principles and ideals, while also following the examples set for us by those who have come before us,” concepts which basically allow us all the necessary freedoms we want while also managing to uphold the code of ethics set by previous generations.

After conducting my research, I have come to believe that my personal “American Dream” is a dream that I have obtained from those around me. I carry the same morals and beliefs as my forefathers, yet I also have different goals that I have set aside for myself to achieve. I have also found that, by listening to others, my view of the “American Dream” can be changed for both the better and the worse. At this point, my dream is to have unfathomable success in the profession I choose, a loving husband, a few great kids, and a wonderful, devoted circle of friends around me.

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