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This 8 page paper explores success and achievement in America and why it is important. Social mobility is discussed . Information about the civil rights era is included. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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makes life seem worthwhile. The Protestant work ethic is something that may be referenced here as the idea that hard work and success is important to the spirit of man
seems to be entrenched in human nature in general. Yet, sometimes people are successful at the expense of others. In fact, it seems that the stereotypical idea that the white
man has kept the black man down throughout the decades is true. While African Americans ask for reparations, the majority contends that they need no special treatment now, as now
there is equality. But is that true? Has social mobility been achieved for the African American? The answer is that black Americans have to some extent bettered themselves, but the
fight is not over. In order to fully understand the issue it is probably a good idea to first define the terms. What is meant by achievement or success? What
is meant by social mobility? The term achievement, or success, are words that may be used interchangeably in order to note that someone has done something special. In general, achievement
is associated with monetary success, but that is not the general definition of the term. Still, in looking at American society, achievement or success is associated with fame and fortune,
or achievement in terms of the arts or sciences. Some individuals have not earned a dime, but they nevertheless have done something wonderful to deserve praise. While most people understand
what success is, social mobility is a concept that is not widely discussed. It is not highlighted in the media nor in everyday conversations. Social mobility is characterized by a
group that furthers its economic status through bettering themselves while still retaining the group identity. For example, one may say that black people have attained social mobility to an extent.
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