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The Dream perpetuates inequality and injustice from "summary" of Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates
The Dream is a force that upholds the status quo, a mirage of freedom and equality that masks the underlying reality of inequality and injustice. It is a myth constructed by those in power to maintain their dominance over others, perpetuating a system that benefits the few at the expense of the many. The Dream promises opportunity and prosperity for all, but in reality, it only serves to reinforce existing power structures and widen the gap between the privileged and the marginalized. Those who believe in the Dream are complicit in the perpetuation of inequality and injustice, as they turn a blind eye to the suffering of those who do not fit into the idealized vision of American society. They choose to ignore the ways in which race, class, and privilege intersect to shape individuals' life experiences, instead clinging to the comforting illusion of a meritocratic society where success is determined solely by hard work and determination. The Dream is a dangerous lie that lulls people into complacency, preventing them from questioning the underlying systems of oppression that benefit some at the expense of others. It allows those in power to maintain their dominance by convincing others that the status quo is just and fair, when in reality, it is anything but. By perpetuating the Dream, society perpetuates the very inequalities and injustices that it claims to be working to overcome. In order to truly address the root causes of inequality and injustice, we must be willing to confront the reality of the Dream and acknowledge the ways in which it perpetuates systems of oppression. Only by challenging the myths that uphold the status quo can we hope to create a more just and equitable society for all. The Dream may be deeply ingrained in American culture, but that does not mean it is immune to critique or dismantling. It is only by recognizing the ways in which the Dream perpetuates inequality and injustice that we can begin to imagine a different, more equitable future for all.
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