What is the American dream?

The American dream is the opportunity to strive for success. As James Truslow Adams said  "life should be better and richer and fuller for everyone, with opportunity for each according to ability or achievement".It enables you to achieve greatness, and allows you to be the best you can be. It gives you stability as you strive for the things you desire.It gives all Americans a chance to be their own boss, as you follow and chase your dreams to greatness.