Is the American Dream still attainable? According to the most recent research, most Americans say “yes.”
Over three-fourths of Americans say they have either achieved the American Dream or are well on their way to doing so. Yet, despite public opinion, research from economists like Raj Chetty insists that the American Dream is fading or simply out of reach for an increasing number of Americans. This is echoed by none other than President Biden himself.
Clearly, the American Dream is a hot topic that Americans still deeply care about, unless, that is, you’re a candidate running for president in 2024. If you are looking for a candidate who cares about implementing a plan that enables more people to achieve the American Dream, there is nothing to feel but disappointment.
Continue reading at Real Clear Politics.
Justin Callais, PhD, is the Chief Economist at the Archbridge Institute. He leads the institute’s “Social Mobility in the 50 States” project and conducts original research on economic mobility, economic freedom, economic development, and institutional analysis. Follow his work @JustinTCallais and subscribe to his newsletter, Debunking Degrowth.
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Is the American Dream still attainable? According to the most recent research, most Americans say “yes.”
Over three-fourths of Americans say they have either achieved the American Dream or are well on their way to doing so. Yet, despite public opinion, research from economists like Raj Chetty insists that the American Dream is fading or simply out of reach for an increasing number of Americans. This is echoed by none other than President Biden himself.
Clearly, the American Dream is a hot topic that Americans still deeply care about, unless, that is, you’re a candidate running for president in 2024. If you are looking for a candidate who cares about implementing a plan that enables more people to achieve the American Dream, there is nothing to feel but disappointment.
Continue reading at Real Clear Politics.
Justin T. Callais
Justin Callais, PhD, is the Chief Economist at the Archbridge Institute. He leads the institute’s “Social Mobility in the 50 States” project and conducts original research on economic mobility, economic freedom, economic development, and institutional analysis. Follow his work @JustinTCallais and subscribe to his newsletter, Debunking Degrowth.
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