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1. I never viewed the American Dream as being so centered in capitalism.

Sat Apr 23, 2016, 11:00 AM

Apr 2016

You know, that article reads like a reject from The Onion: People earning $250,000 say their dreams are out of reach?

So odd.

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Why I believe the American Dream just died (op/ed) [View all] Hiraeth Apr 2016 OP

I never viewed the American Dream as being so centered in capitalism. Buzz Clik Apr 2016 #1

I agree. mahatmakanejeeves Apr 2016 #9

Retirement and layoff insecurity Depaysement Apr 2016 #4

Yes. They are finally feeling the pinch, too. About time. Hiraeth Apr 2016 #7

Talk about missing the point! Warpy Apr 2016 #5

Don't Forget "Free Trade" Punx Apr 2016 #8