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Story summary
- The term 'American Dream' was coined in the 1930s by James Truslow Adams to describe achievable hopes.
- A social scientist surveyed Americans on the dream as the United States approaches its 250th birthday in July 2026.
- Most respondents identified components, including financial security earned through hard work and adherence to societal rules such as homeownership and retirement.
- The findings show these components shape pathways to security for individuals and families.
