Reading Response #1 After reading Chapter 4 of A People’s History of the United States by author Howard Zinn, the political advantages in construction of a new nation are illustrated through; economic equality, social harmony and collective, democratic authority. At the beginning of the passage, Zinn provides his audience with his admiration that the founding fathers of America had to break away from British rule. Zinn discusses the movement of “leveling” or economic equality in the colonies. The political advantage of creating a new nation would lead to a majority of its citizens to prosper from economic growth. Oppressed and “poor” citizens would have the opportunity to succeed.
Roosevelt’s New Deal program. It helped those in need and also gave Mexican American’s and African American’s a chance to do something for themselves and their families. Perhaps it was necessary for the role of government to take a bigger role in their lives of Americans, to step levels of new powers that previous presidents never held the power to do so. Thus, the role of government is essential to safeguard the American citizens, assisting in the daily problems of society on a regular basis and providing the needs for healthy economy to run the nation. I hope you find this letter interesting and make you understand why the New Deal is really
The Future of America Benjamin Franklin is an American historical icon who taught the American people many important lessons. His quote regarding the importance of training youth has depth and is valid still today. He was talking about what he believed makes a country strong. He focused on the youth of the country and how they are the ones that will improve the country. But, he also talked about how men make up the wealth and arms for the country.
Conan asks Maria why he interpreters decide to help Americans. Marie answers that most of them do it not only for financial gain but also out of their loyalty to their country. They see the invasion of USA as a positive step for their country and are genuinely interested in helping rebuild it. Conan asks Tariq the same question and his reply is somehow interesting. He believed that Iraq would somewhat be a part of the USA and Americans would rebuild the entire infrastructure such that Iraqis would have the same basic services like good education, food and leisure.
Which would be devastating to see for any “normal” human being. Displaying Johnson’s personality once again and truly shows you that he was a man that cared for all. I think this is what a presidents values should be modeled after, true respect for all the American
Page1 Justin Canada Professor Shain US History 1 Essay #4 12/19/12 Expansion The need and want for land has always been a priority for people ever since the beginning of time. It showed power, wealth, and also stability something that we all hold as a necessity in our lives. The decision to expand westward was meant to make us stronger as a whole, and in fact that’s exactly what it did. Our economy and overall power benefitted greatly from the expansion of America, even though later inner conflicts such as Texas revolution, Mexican American war and the civil war did have a negative impact on our country. Manifest Destiny is a term referring to the United States, it basically meant that the United States not only could,
The Puritan lifestyle in the 1600’s reflected their emphasis on religion. Beliefs and values defined their culture. In addition, religion instrumentally determined many aspects of their society. The Puritan’s beliefs in personal righteousness, social hierarchy, and the strong association between church and state influenced the political, economic, and social development of the New England colonies from 1630 through the 1660’s. The Puritan’s deep-rooted principle of personal righteousness greatly influenced the social, economic and political development of the New England colonies.
With games being americanised it lead to a famous quote by Vince Lombardi which mirrors the ethos of American society. Ethos in America: Vince Lombardi, an American football coach, was famously quoted saying “Winning isn’t everything, it’s the only thing”, this ethic is mirrored throughout American sport. This underlines that athletes should be more focused by the outcome rather than the process. This can be seen in American colleges with athletes cheating in exams. In addition another strong ethos is ‘The American Dream’ the idea of meritocracy as the more you put in the more you get out and everyone is equal.
The America Dream is founded on the idea that achievement and fortune are the compensation for working hard and looking always looking to better oneself. Even if the connection between Gatsby and Jesus is not a major point in The Great Gatsby, it is nonetheless a strong parallel. Gatsby sculpts his life become the ideal that he envisioned for himself—a “Platonic conception of himself”—he is remains committed to this goal despite the obstacles that society presents to the fulfillment of his dream. Through his utilization of allusions and descriptive diction, Nick is able to precisely illustrate the depth and personality of Jay Gatsby as a
The mighty United States of America: land of the free with hopes for prosperity and success. Since the Declaration of Independence was written, people of all nations long for the American Dream and work abundantly to reach it. This national ethos motivates one to work towards a dream that rarely becomes a reality, except for the CEO’s and politicians of our nation. As the gap between the rich and the poor expands, the truth begins to reveal itself. The American Dream is nothing but an illusion.