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Next American Dream What does the "American Dream" mean to you? Would you change it?

This recession is a historic moment. And things change in historic times. But should the "American Dream" change? And what is it, anyway?

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From your point of view, what's the commonly accepted definition of the "American Dream"?

If you have a different vision for the "American Dream," tell us about it.

What personal experiences in the last year have affected your "American Dream"?

As a nation, what will the next American Dream be -- and how do we get there?

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