Once defined as the land of opportunity, America is beginning to seem less and less promising. As time has passed the American Dream has become extremely difficult to attain. ... It is due to these skewed views that the American dream has changed from something attainable by all Americans to being an unrealistic goal. ... The story of the playwright Moss Hart, though its original intention is to show the possibilities for the citizen to become whatever he/she, wants can be misinterpreted as though it is meant to boost the importance of money. ... This, however, is just one flawed view of the ...

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Arthur Miller, winner of many literary and dramatic awards, is an incredibly influential force in American drama. ... Miller used the Salem Witch Trials of the 17th century, to make an indirect, but assertive comment upon McCarthyism in American life (Richard Watt, Jr. 536). ... Before being found guilty S ator McCarthy accused the Democratic administration of sheltering and helping Communists in the American government. ... Critics said it was not a good play at that time, however, later it was found to be superior. he House Un-American Activities Committee summoned Miller to a hearing. ... A...

• Word Count: 11015
• Approx Pages: 44
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• Grade Level: High School