The Impossible Dream- November 28, 2007 Few phrases in our political vocabulary are more abused than "the American dream." The standards for achieving the dream have become so open-ended and expansive that, inevitably, we must fail. Does it mean becoming a homeowner Enjoying increased living standards Having "opportunity" Rising above your parents' class Achieving economic security if you "play by the rules" Or all of the above -- and morehttp://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/27/AR2007112702028.html?nav=r... |