10 Thought-Provoking Poems About the American Dream

10 Thought-Provoking Poems About the American Dream

The American Dream has been a central theme in American literature, representing ideals of freedom, prosperity, and opportunity. These ten poems delve into various interpretations of the American Dream, from its promises and aspirations to its challenges and disillusionments. 1. "Let America Be America Again" by Langston Hughes Let America be America again. Let it be the dream it used to be. Let it be the pioneer on the plain Seeking a home where he himself is free. Hughes’ poem reflects on the disparity between the ideal of the American Dream and the reality experienced by marginalized groups. It calls for a return to the original promise of freedom and equality for all. 2. "I Hear America Singing" by Walt Whitman I hear America singing, the varied carols I hear, Those of mechanics, each one singing his as it should be blithe and strong, The carpenter singing his as he measures his plank or beam, Whitman’s poem celebrates …