#american-dream

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#private-equity
Podcast
fromThe Verge
15 hours ago

How private equity kills companies and communities

Private equity's influence extends beyond failing businesses, richly affecting everyday Americans.
Megan Greenwell's book offers a critical view on private equity's impact on various sectors.
#capitalism
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Danielle Teller - Forged: A Novel

"Forged by Danielle Teller is a gripping tale that navigates the complexities of poverty, ambition, and deception, revealing the human condition's most profound struggles."
San Francisco
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

What Casey Means and MAHA Want You to Fear

Grady Means epitomizes the American dream, emerging from modest beginnings to hold significant positions with the government and private sectors during pivotal historical moments.
Healthcare
#cost-of-living
US news
fromFast Company
2 months ago

More Americans want to leave the country and live overseas. Many say cost of living is the top reason why

Many Americans consider moving abroad for happiness; rising costs and disillusionment with the American Dream drive this sentiment.
Social justice
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Most Americans Can't Afford "Minimal Quality of Life" After Decades of Wage Stagnation, Research Finds

The cost of maintaining a dignified life in the US has doubled since 2001.
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago
France politics

A boomer couldn't retire on $1,428 a month in Social Security, so she moved to France for cheaper rent and a vibrant social life: 'Everything about living here is just better'

US news
fromFast Company
2 months ago

More Americans want to leave the country and live overseas. Many say cost of living is the top reason why

Many Americans consider moving abroad for happiness; rising costs and disillusionment with the American Dream drive this sentiment.
Social justice
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Most Americans Can't Afford "Minimal Quality of Life" After Decades of Wage Stagnation, Research Finds

The cost of maintaining a dignified life in the US has doubled since 2001.
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago
France politics

A boomer couldn't retire on $1,428 a month in Social Security, so she moved to France for cheaper rent and a vibrant social life: 'Everything about living here is just better'

#entrepreneurship
NYC startup
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

The CEO of Anastasia Beverly Hills says she had to beg for a $500 credit card before she could start her beauty empire

Anastasia Soare's journey to success began with a $500 credit card and her pursuit of the American dream.
NYC startup
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

The CEO of Anastasia Beverly Hills says she had to beg for a $500 credit card before she could start her beauty empire

Anastasia Soare's journey to success began with a $500 credit card and her pursuit of the American dream.
#cultural-values
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

The American Dream: Trump's Promise Meets Growing Doubt

The American Dream remains a debated concept, with half of Americans believing it's achievable despite rising skepticism.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

The American Dream: Trump's Promise Meets Growing Doubt

The American Dream remains a debated concept, with half of Americans believing it's achievable despite rising skepticism.
#wealth-inequality
NYC politics
fromBig Think
3 weeks ago

A liberal critique of liberalism: What needs to change

The American dream struggles with affordability and upward mobility, as both cannot coexist in today's society.
#disillusionment
Business
fromtime.com
4 months ago

The Myth of Opportunity Has Broken America

Deep pessimism in American national narrative undermines belief in the American Dream.
Business
fromtime.com
4 months ago

The Myth of Opportunity Has Broken America

Deep pessimism in American national narrative undermines belief in the American Dream.
#immigration
New York Rangers
fromVulture
2 months ago

1923 Recap: For Worse or For Worse

Alex Dutton's journey reflects the challenges of immigrants faced with bureaucratic hurdles and personal sacrifices in pursuit of the American dream.
New York Rangers
fromVulture
2 months ago

1923 Recap: For Worse or For Worse

Alex Dutton's journey reflects the challenges of immigrants faced with bureaucratic hurdles and personal sacrifices in pursuit of the American dream.
#leadership
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

Exclusive | Beverly Hills' firebrand Iranian-Jewish mayor is laying down the law - and looking stylish doing it

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

Exclusive | Beverly Hills' firebrand Iranian-Jewish mayor is laying down the law - and looking stylish doing it

SF music
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Tracy Chapman Wants to Speak for Herself

Tracy Chapman resurfaces after years of silence, excited about her debut album's vinyl reissue and reflecting on her music's renewed relevance.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Tanya Sweeney: Our brand loyalty to 'Big Bro' America has remained strong - but suddenly, the land of the free doesn't look so alluring

Conor McGregor's comment reflects the enduring fascination of Ireland with America, often seen as a 'little brother' looking up to a bigger sibling.
US politics
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Keys to Happiness According to the World Happiness Report

American happiness continues to decline as people chase material wealth rather than meaningful experiences and connections.
#cultural-impact
Miscellaneous
fromwww.esquire.com
4 months ago

Ralph Lauren Is Receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom

Ralph Lauren's influence in fashion transcends clothing, establishing a modern lifestyle brand and cultural legacy recognized globally.
Wine
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The Story Behind The Oldest Wine Shop In The US - Tasting Table

Acker Wines has thrived for over 200 years, exemplifying business resilience through quality service, market adaptation, and a commitment to customer satisfaction.
#financial-security
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Young People Want a New American Dream

Young people desire the American Dream, but 74% find it hard to achieve, prioritizing financial security and health over traditional milestones.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

America's age of cheap stuff may be coming to an end

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent recently declared that "access to cheap goods is not the essence of the American dream." Unfortunately, it's the whole shebang, or at least what it's become.
US politics
#david-lynch
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

David Lynch: the great American surrealist who made experimentalism mainstream

David Lynch uniquely revealed the duality of the American Dream, exploring both its safe and dangerous aspects through his surrealistic storytelling.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

David Lynch: the great American surrealist who made experimentalism mainstream

David Lynch uniquely revealed the duality of the American Dream, exploring both its safe and dangerous aspects through his surrealistic storytelling.
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The American Dream is in crisis-but creativity could help

The evolving perception of the American Dream reflects a growing divide in aspirations and accessibility amid socio-political challenges.
#the-brutalist
Film
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Adrien Brody drew on his family's immigration story for his role in 'The Brutalist'

'The Brutalist' illustrates the complexities of the American dream through a refugee's journey, represented by Adrien Brody's character.
fromwww.chicagotribune.com
6 months ago
Film

Column: Brady Corbet's epic movie The Brutalist' came close to crashing down more than once

'The Brutalist' highlights post-war struggles of a Holocaust survivor, intertwining themes like love, envy, and the elusive American dream.
Film
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Adrien Brody drew on his family's immigration story for his role in 'The Brutalist'

'The Brutalist' illustrates the complexities of the American dream through a refugee's journey, represented by Adrien Brody's character.
#congress
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Read the Full Transcript of President Trump's Speech to Congress

President Trump claims America is experiencing a significant resurgence under his leadership, highlighting achievements and renewed national pride.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Read President Trump's 2025 address to a joint session of Congress

President Trump asserts that the U.S. has regained momentum and pride, claiming remarkable achievements in just 43 days since his inauguration.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

How to watch Trump's address to Congress. And, Canada retaliates against tariffs

Trump is set to deliver a significant address to Congress, focusing on national priorities and contesting Biden's policies.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Read the Full Transcript of President Trump's Speech to Congress

President Trump claims America is experiencing a significant resurgence under his leadership, highlighting achievements and renewed national pride.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Read President Trump's 2025 address to a joint session of Congress

President Trump asserts that the U.S. has regained momentum and pride, claiming remarkable achievements in just 43 days since his inauguration.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

How to watch Trump's address to Congress. And, Canada retaliates against tariffs

Trump is set to deliver a significant address to Congress, focusing on national priorities and contesting Biden's policies.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Read the full transcript of President Trump's speech to Congress

Trump proclaimed a resurgence of American confidence and momentum in his address to Congress.
He emphasized the importance of the recent election victories and their positive impact on America.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Why Anora should win the best picture Oscar

The overwhelming majority of Oscar nominees reflect a preference for past or fantasy settings, revealing a cultural retreat from contemporary issues.
#kendrick-lamar
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | Kendrick Lamar's Halftime Show Was Political Art, if You Knew Where to Look

Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show blended cultural and political elements, turning it into transformative protest art for millions of viewers.
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | Kendrick Lamar's Halftime Show Was Political Art, if You Knew Where to Look

Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show blended cultural and political elements, turning it into transformative protest art for millions of viewers.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Ukraine just the latest Trump wheeze for Labour to try to defend and disown | John Crace

Trump's negotiating tactics during talks over Ukraine demonstrate a tendency to capitulate, giving away crucial strategic advantages rather than achieving a fair, balanced solution.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

The Atlantic's March Cover Story: Yoni Appelbaum's "Stuck in Place," on Why Americans Stopped Moving Houses-And Why That's a Very Big Problem

Appelbaum explains why progressives are the ones standing in the way of reviving American mobility and restoring the American dream.
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I moved from France to the US at 17 to pursue a successful career. I now realize there are downsides to American ambition.

I wouldn't have become who I am if I hadn't lived in the US. The ambition, drive, and hopefulness I saw in my peers continuously inspired me to dream big.
Writing
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Trump Walks Back Remark About Serving Three Times or Four Times' at Vegas Rally

Trump clarified his playful comment about serving multiple terms was a strategy to provoke the media.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

American Dream megamall flouts 17th century NJ blue laws - and officials aren't happy:' Deeply concerning'

"American Dream's disregard of the state statute is deeply concerning, and its violation gives American Dream Mall tenants an unfair advantage over all other Bergen County businesses lawfully complying with state law."
New York City
#homeownership
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 months ago

Most people view homeownership as part of the American dream

Homeownership remains a significant aspect of the American dream for the majority of Americans despite generational differences and current market challenges.
fromSFGATE
4 months ago
SF real estate

The Cornerstone of the American Dream Is Still To Own a Home-and Many Think It's Achievable

Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 months ago

Most people view homeownership as part of the American dream

Homeownership remains a significant aspect of the American dream for the majority of Americans despite generational differences and current market challenges.
fromSFGATE
4 months ago
SF real estate

The Cornerstone of the American Dream Is Still To Own a Home-and Many Think It's Achievable

#immigrant-experience
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Review: The Brutalist' explores trauma and the immigrant experience

The Brutalist is an epic film that explores ambition, design, and the complex immigrant experience intertwined with the artist's dream.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Review: The Brutalist' explores trauma and the immigrant experience

The Brutalist is an epic film that explores ambition, design, and the complex immigrant experience intertwined with the artist's dream.
History
fromSmithsonian Magazine
4 months ago

The Roots of U.S. Work Culture-and Why the American Dream Is So Difficult to Achieve Today

The American dream once promised success through hard work, but now effort alone does not guarantee survival for many.
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago

32 Lost Things From The Past That Kids Don't Even Know They're Missing Out On

As it's the holiday season, the once-a-year airing of holiday specials and movies. No on-demand, VHS, DVD, streaming. It came on once, and that was it. If you missed it, you had to wait. But honestly, it was fun, the anticipation leading up to that day and time, when you'd plop down in front of the TV to watch the Grinch, Rudolph, etc. I miss that.
Miscellaneous
fromThe New Yorker
5 months ago

"The Brutalist" 's Epic Inversion of the American Dream

The film opens with László Tóth, a Hungarian Jewish refugee, navigating the immediate aftermath of World War II. Director Brady Corbet uses darkness to symbolize the shadows of the past haunting him, particularly his wife’s disembodied voice echoing loss and separation, emphasizing the emotional toll of migrant lives interrupted by trauma.
Writing
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago

Korean brioche donuts star at sister-owned cafe Dear Donuts in St. Charles, Illinois: 'It's like the typical American dream story'

"I really do love my parents. They had a good life in Korea and came here for my sister and I so we could have more opportunities."
Miscellaneous
#economic-mobility
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
5 months ago

Why the American Dream has become a lie for low-income people

The American dream is seen as surviving rather than thriving for many low-income individuals in the U.S.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago

Once the Heart of the Country, The American Dream Is Now Dead in These Communities

Upward economic mobility in the U.S. has declined significantly, especially for individuals from low-income households, illustrating a fading American Dream.
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
5 months ago

Why the American Dream has become a lie for low-income people

The American dream is seen as surviving rather than thriving for many low-income individuals in the U.S.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago

Once the Heart of the Country, The American Dream Is Now Dead in These Communities

Upward economic mobility in the U.S. has declined significantly, especially for individuals from low-income households, illustrating a fading American Dream.
fromwww.esquire.com
5 months ago

'Yellowstone' Fans Think That '1883' Reveals How Season 5 Ends

The Dutton family ranch symbolizes the American dream and struggles against formidable foes like hedge funds aiming to exploit Montana's lands for profit.
Miscellaneous
fromBustle
5 months ago

Wondering Why We're Drowning In Gift Guides? This Author Has Answers.

Mester's observations about abandoned malls reveal a deep connection between consumerism and identity, reflecting a society overwhelmed by materialism and the implications of its excess.
Writing
fromBuzzFeed
6 months ago

18 Older Women Are Sharing The Gen Z And Gen Alpha "Trends" That Baffle Them

"My two millennials detest making phone calls. They only make the phone calls they absolutely have to. They communicate with their friends and boyfriends solely by text. To me, the art of human communication is lost because texts do not convey emotions."
Writing
#photography
Marketing
fromBroBible
6 months ago

Over 12 Million Americans Are Chasing the Dream of Becoming Full-Time Influencers-Here's Why Most Won't Make It (Podcast)

Over 12 million Americans are full-time influencers, yet income disparities highlight the unsustainability of the influencer economy.
fromVulture
6 months ago

Lioness Recap: Apocalypse Soon

Cruz tells Josie Carillo in this week's lynchpin scene, making the sunk-cost case for American global dominance in its waning days while unwittingly presenting herself as Joe's ticket out of the endless cold-war games.
Miscellaneous
fromDaily News
6 months ago

First look inside the reimagined Panda Inn in Pasadena

"The hope is that this building tells the story of family, and this building tells the story of an immigrant journey and this building tells the story of an American dream," said Andrea Cherng, chief brand officer for the company and daughter of co-founders Andrew and Peggy Cherng. This reflects the restaurant's deep connection to its heritage and the encompassing narrative of its founders.
LA food
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