Published April 29, 2025
quotes Sunyee Yoon in an article about the American dream following comments made by “Shark Tank” investor Kevin O’Leary about Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Yoon, whose research includes social status and mobility, said that it’s important to recognize the American dream “doesn’t mean the same thing for everyone.” “People’s experiences with opportunity and the obstacles they face can vary a lot depending on their background,” she told HuffPost, pointing out that for many immigrant families, for example, the American dream might be about “building a safer, more stable life for their family, rather than simply accumulating wealth.” She added: “It might mean being able to access good education, secure employment and the freedom to express their cultural identity without fear.”
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