American dream

American Flag on Front porch of Home landscape

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

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.

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

You’re probably familiar with the article published in Housekeeping Monthly in May of 1955 on how to be a good wife. It was called, “The Good Wife’s Guide,” and it detailed all the ways that a wife should act and how best she can be a partner to her husband and a mother to her

An architect immerses himself in residential production housing to learn why people like it—and what it can teach Americans about the future of urban design.

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,

What defines the American Dream? And can you find it in a suburban home?