American Creed-Family

My family history connects with my American Creed. In the movie I have related with it so much and have seen many similarities between the stories and my life.

By Amy from Union Public Library in New Jersey

My family history connects with my American Creed. When my grandparents came to America they had worked immediately to try and make a living in hopes of achieving that "American Dream." What is a hard reality is that you have to work hard and it can even mean your whole life in order to get to that point. Definitely when my mom was younger she was taught to have a more practical  mind set. Where you have to find a job that can help you survive. Now I am thankful that when I go out into the world I will be able to have a choice in whatever job I want and all that matters is that I love doing what I am doing.

Union Public Library

Union Township New Jersey Youth!

This is a group for the students of Union Public High School, in Union Township, New Jersey, who attended the public screening of American Creed at Union Public Library and submitted their responses via this site.

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