The concept of the American Dream has been a pivotal part of American society and literature. The American Dream points to the idea that everyone can succeed through hard work, ambition, and perseverance, regardless of class and circumstance. The following are some of the most popular quotes about the American Dream, capturing various interpretations of this phenomenon:
Quotes
- “The American Dream is really to control your own destiny.” – Robert Kiyosaki
- “The American Dream is that dream of a land in which life should be better and richer and fuller for everyone, with opportunity for each according to ability or achievement.” – James Truslow Adams
- “The American Dream is still alive out there, and hard work will get you there. You don’t necessarily need to have an Ivy League education or to have millions of dollars startup money. It can be done with an idea, hard work, and determination.” – Bill Rancic
- “The road to success is not easy to navigate, but with hard work, drive, and passion, it’s possible to achieve the American Dream.” – Tommy Hilfiger
- “The American dream belongs to all of us.” – Kamala Harris
- “The American Dream is one of success, home ownership, college education for one’s children, and have a secure job to provide these and other goals.” – Leonard Boswell
- “The American Dream is independence and being able to create that dream for yourself.” – Marsha Blackburn
- “The American Dream to me means the ability to freely pursue one’s path in life with the possibility of success.” – Kevin McCarthy
- “The American Dream, the idea of the happy ending, is an avoidance of responsibility and commitment.” – Jill Robinson
- “The American Dream has run out of gas. The car has stopped. It no longer supplies the world with its images, its dreams, its fantasies.” – J.G. Ballard
Throughout history, artists, politicians, and thinkers have used these quotes and many others to illustrate the power, promise, and sometimes, the illusions of the American Dream. These quotes serve as reminders that the definition and perception of the dream can vary greatly depending on one’s perspective. Regardless, the embodiment of the American Dream continues to be a source of motivation and aspiration for many around the world.