American dream

American Flag on Front porch of Home landscape

In her new book, photographer Leah Frances harks back to classic American nostalgia while highlighting current divisions

Instagram post by Erynn Chelsey Patrick • Oct 14, 2018 at 3:23pm UTC

The idea of the American Dream is woven through this country's politics, music and culture. It suggests a belief that hard work pays off, and that children will have a better life than their parents. But as the effects of the economic downturn continue to reverberate, many feel the American Dream is in jeopardy.

American Flags (seeing neighborhoods full of flags after 9/11, it truly warmed my heart. Wish American still had that pride)

Ever wish you could easily contact all your neighbors at once and let them know that you’re having a party, and might be just a little bit louder than usual this weekend, rather than go door-to-door? Ever wish you could ask your neighbor to stop parking in your parking spot,

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Photographer Beth Yarnelle Edwards sees the suburbs as the 'physical embodiment of the American Dream.' Her images reveal aspiration and stability, but also the more mundane aspects of a suburban existence.