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206 responses tagged with "challenges", "citizenship", "culture", and "dream"
This is what it means to be an American. Michael Y., New Tech High at Coppell, Texas An American is only truly the embodiment of America if they are exemplary, like George Washington. America is often said to be the embodiment of freedom, but behind the blinds, there is much more w... Tagged With diversity , dream , expository , history
Ways American's Express the American Creed Kimmy N., Emerald Coast National Writing Project, Florida Throughout the essay, I explain the words, symbols, and rituals that Americans use to express what it means to be an American. Tagged With freedom
American Dream Culture, Burke High School, Nebraska It's about growing up as a Native American in a predominately Caucasian community and being told I don't belong in the country I was born in for such petty things like my skin tone. I grew up aroun... Tagged With racial justice Featured
My American Belief Xavier A., ASU Preparatory Academy, Arizona In my essay I talk about the deeply rooted lie in American Culture, 'Rags to Riches' and include my personal opinions as well as my own 'American Belief'. Tagged With dream , success
What it's like to be an American Roger M., ASU Preparatory Academy, Arizona My piece is my opinion on what it's like being American but also how some people don't get to live their American Dream. Tagged With american , dream
How reachable is your American Dream? Julian , ASU Preparatory Academy, Arizona In this podcast you will understand what an American Dream is and how to reach it. With our special guest giving us their perspective on their very own American dream. Tagged With dream
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