How Social Structure Interfere With Ability to Obtain American Dream

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Anomie Theory and American Dream
American Dream presents a social structure that emphasizes individual material success and focuses on the ideal that every citizen has the right and freedom to seek prosperity and happiness regardless of their background. All Americans agree with the American Dream and the measure of success is economic prosperity ( Money) which acts as a social force. However, even though the American Dream is a common goal in the United States, it lacks equal means to achieve it.
The American Dream was founded on equality and the ability to achieve greatness through equal opportunities. However, some individuals are presented with better opportunities than others. For instance, for a long time, race has been used as a preference for achieving the American dream. According to an article by NBC news, white people are considered superior to black people (Chiwaya & Ross, 2021). Chiwaya argues that...