Is the American Dream still a guiding light, or has it been lost in today’s polarized world?In this episode of Neighbors in the Network, hosts James Pinedo and Corey Burres welcome Ray Nothstine, Senior Editor of American Habits and Future of Freedom Fellow at the State Policy Network, for a deep conversation on what the American Dream means today. 🇺🇸💡 Does the American Dream still offer hope and opportunity?💡 How do faith, federalism, and community shape success?💡 Has academia abandoned the idea of upward mobility and personal responsibility?Ray shares his perspective on how federalism empowers local communities, the importance of cultural optimism, and why economic freedom and personal virtue are essential to the pursuit of happiness. He also reflects on his personal journey—growing up as an Air Force kid, working in Washington, D.C., and ultimately rediscovering the power of local engagement over national politics.This episode is packed with insights on liberty, responsibility, and the forces shaping the next generation’s future. Whether you believe the American Dream is thriving or slipping away, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.

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