More than three-quarters of Americans say they still believe the American Dream is worth striving for ahead of the 250th anniversary, but many Democrats are starting to give up, according to a new survey. In total, 78% of those surveyed believe it is important to strive for the American Dream - the same figure as in 2024, according to the Gallup American Dream Study, whose results were published Thursday.
More than two-thirds (69%) of those surveyed believe they will personally achieve the American Dream, a slight drop of 3 percentage points since 2024. However, the study found that less than half (46%) of respondents believe everyone has the opportunity to achieve the American Dream, down from 51% in 2024.
What is the American Dream, in reality? The "real" American Dream is not a single, fixed standard. At its core, it is the deeply personal ethos that anyone - regardless of background - has the freedom and opportunity to succeed, improve their circumstances, and build a meaningful life through hard work and determination.
While it means different things to different people, it typically encompasses a few fundamental pillars:
1. Upward Mobility - Often summarized as the promise that your children's lives will be better than your own. It represents the ability to rise above your station of birth.
2. Basic Security & Comfort - Achieving baseline economic stability - such as steady employment, owning a home, having access to medical care, and the ability to comfortably retire.
3. Liberty and Self-Determination - Rooted in the Declaration of Independence, it is the freedom to choose your own path, start a business, and pursue happiness on your own terms.
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