I believe classism to be more harmful than racism because racism stems from classism. The system as constructed, is designed to keep the rich, rich and the poor, poor. Nine times out of ten, in any society, white people are the affluent ones and hold the power to make decisions. The poor people, usually black and brown people, will end up with the short end of the stick. Classism is why some people can afford better education, get better jobs, and network with other successful people.
Based on the article she stated that America is a land of opportunity some people believe. In my opinion it is but some people are just lazy and take it all for granted . After all, I have seen many people who came from nothing. They work hard and get everything they say they would have at some ages. Most of the people who stayed behind are because of the System. People go to jail and judges continue to punish people harshly for nothing more than drug possession. when they get out they can't get any jobs . When that happens, chances are they may end up doing the same thing or worse.
America to not stay behind all you have to do is grind harder and believe in yourself. As long as you choose the right path and do the right things you’ll be able to achieve anything you’ve ever dreamed of or wanted.
I think social mobility is hard to achieve in the United States, as described in the article, as it says that in the past what kept people in the upper social class was the ownership of the land which ten percent of the wealthy elites owned about ninety percent land in the continent. It also says that although the founding fathers like Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson had plans to create 'happy mediocrity' by removing the excesses of the wealth from the top rich society and bottom poor society, what they would be doing is only forming a horizontal mobility which means a change in a position in society and not the social status. But those who own lands and wealth like that can still dominate others like the middle class societies and they in turn can dominate societies living in poverty. And it seems like this social class system is hard to beat and with time it seems to be in favor of wealthy elites because they can control many aspects of societies and turn it in their favor which makes it even harder for middle class and lower class societies to have social mobility in their favor. So, "social mobility is one of the myths the Americans tell about themselves that America is a land of opportunity" is a correct statement, because although America being a land of opportunity, for so many of us living in America that opportunity might just mean getting on with our everyday lives. While for others it might mean opening a business, and for some it might be getting a descent lifetime job. For some of us it is about getting a higher education, and for some of us it is about getting recognition though arts and skills. Social mobility is therefore an opportunity which means moving from one class of status to another, however important to understand that higher we go tougher it is going to be to maintain that class.
Social mobility is like a “step ladder” where you have many opportunities while living in America. While in the truth side none of that is true. And I think this is where classism plays a big part. I think class plays an important role in communities.
The author of the article talks how social mobility in the US is a myth since “the best predictors of success are the privileges and wealth bestowed from parents and ancestors”. Isenberg argues that historically poor white people have been stopped from social mobility as a result of their wealth which has limited opportunity and that the same pattern is present in our time. I generally disagree with the statements from Isenberg since as a permanent resident, I believe that the US offers far more social mobility than my native country which is one of the main reasons why I decided to immigrate. Indeed, millions of immigrants that have come and continue to come in the US are making a silent statement that approves the social mobility in the United States. However, much work needs to be done in order to further improve the social mobility of not only poor people but also minorities.
I read in this article she stated that America is a land of opportunity some people believe. I think yes because if I am talking about myself I believe america is a land of opportunity but it's for me because my father did a lot of hard work on that land of opportunity. America was not a land of opportunity for my father because he did a lot of sacrifices because after almost 22 years he got his own house. I said to myself land of opportunity because I don't have to do a lot of hard work. So the moral is this is a land of opportunity for those who have connections and they are financially strong by their parents or another way.
Social mobility is important factor in the creation of vibrant society, and it is a critical factor in the creation of healthy economy. It is also a movement of individuals , families, households, or other categories of people within or between social in a society.
In the article by Nancy Isenberg, the myth about America being a land of opportunity was false. They did not escape the ridged class system in the old world, instead was fooled into having the worst part of the land while the whites had the most sustainable and rich land. The social standing is better than what is was in that time, but in term of equality it's not. We still struggle for a change and while non-minorities continue to widen the gap.
This article sheds light on classism and racism and the success of Presidents Donald Trump and Bill Clinton. Their campaign was focused on being relatable to the people in order to gain popularity amongst the masses. Secondly, this article touches on the differences in classism and racism which are often intertwined. All white people are not on the same boat. Privileges are often inherited by ancestors or parents that enable a person's success in America. Lastly, social status is typically indicated by a person's land ownership.
In this world class plays an important role in society in the article it states how many believe that American is not a land of opportunity because if you are poor and of a different race you would be stuck in that category and there will be a struggle for you to move up in the class
In the article Nancy stated beautiful how that many still believe the myths that America is the land of opportunity when it's really the opposite for so many because of what class they were born into if you weren't born with a gold spoon in your mouth your below us and you really have to work even harder than those who were. America is a land of opportunity for those who look the part for those with connections.
Social mobility in other words “climbing the ladder”. This is directly affected by racism because it does not allow equal opportunities to climb the ladder in society to achieve a better quality of life. The opportunity for higher education, achieving the next step in the world and allowing for growth. My opinion regarding this is actually a growth stunt for communities and individual.
One major thing I feel as though needs to be addressed as well in relation to the article is the lack of support when it comes to people that live in poverty or even below the poverty level. In the article it states that "Voters accept huge disparities in wealth." In America, many people expect our political leaders to hold up to their promises and we end up becoming selfish to some of the things right in front of us. People think that are leaders are at the same level as us, but in reality; they have money and power. We are below them. There is a hierarchy that many people choose to ignore. In reality these classes, can break the structure of being humane because of those who choose to think lesser of those who are lower on the metaphorical social "food chain."
Social class plays a big role in a persons wealth, and class is something that isn't spoken about as much as it should. The article in someways confirmed things that I felt already, it was also interesting to read the authors take on this particular idea. I always say that the "American dream" is nothing but false advertisement, working you're way up the social ladder in America is almost impossible because of class structure in America. As it says in the article, social mobility in America is a myth, if you aren't born in a higher class in America, it's very unlikely that you'll be able to work your way up. The article explains this concept, and gives the reader a better understanding of the topic at hand.
Many may ask ... How do the myths of "white trash" emerge? Why then do we insist upon this idea of American socioeconomic progress? Much has been said about social class and the growing income disparity between the poor as well as the working class.Nancy Isenberg, history professor, explores how social class has evolved to define in America and how it has influenced our view of the system. Lower-class Americans have played a significant part in American politics and economics since the initial periods of the country's settlement. Isenberg delves into the roots of America's enduring divisive views towards its working people and the illusion of income mobility. White Trash is a documentary that looks at how social class has changed over time in the United States. Land ownership has become the most significant indicator of social status in America.One of the misconceptions about Americans is that we live in a country of prosperity, that we still avoided the oppressive class structure that prevailed throughout the times at the founding of the United States. Isenberg explains how the works and roles of social class in American society is presented in the world today.
I couldn’t agree more with the article when it says that "social mobility is one of the myths Americans tell about themselves—that America is a land of opportunity, that somehow we escaped the rigid class system that existed in the Old World at the time of the American Revolution.” Today, land ownership and regulation is skewed to favor the interests of the elite and the top 10% of the population hold equity in nearly 90% of the land. In a country where our institutions are rooted in racism and misogynistic values, the American dream is not an equitable dream for all people. Class and race have always been inextricably intertwined. The article says that Martin Luther King himself said that Southern white Democratic leaders long fueled the racial conflict between poor Black and white folks in order to redirect the anger of the white lower class away from the white elites. Today we live in class-zoned neighborhoods where the privileges and wealth passed on by ancestors are the best predictors of success. This is hegemonic considering that the US is a racist institution that doesn’t provide equal opportunity for all within its borders.
Many minorities from outside of the United States see America as the lands of dreams and opportunity, only to come here and have themselves face an ugly reality. Here, the rich will always stay rich and seem to get richer, while the gap between them and the poor widens. The fact that a person like Jeff Bezos can exist and sit comfortably on his millions while his workers that keep his company thriving are barely being paid minimum wage is sickening. When cities were first being built, red lining was a major issue being faced, that still trickles into communities today. This problem was created due to white privilege, not class, as a poor white person could still manage to do far better than a person of color of most classes. White wealth and Black wealth are two very different things. White wealth is usually passed down from generation to generation without fail, while Black wealth is worked extremely hard for and unstable, and not guaranteed to the next generation to come.
This article explains the social mobility problem in America since its beginnings to now. There's always been 10% of the population that controls all of the wealth and power leaving the rest of the population to suffer. The article points out that white privilege and class privilege aren't the same thing. This is true because a poor white person would be treated better than a poor colored person in this country. There is not a lot of social mobility in this country and that can lead to a lot of bad things like racism. Capitalism is the main thing keeping poor people divided because it forces them to compete against each other instead of joining forces against the top 10%. This is one of the reasons why Trump’s 2016 campaign was so successful, he appealed to poor white people who felt left behind in America but not surprisingly during his time in office he helped big and already rich corporations get bigger and richer while those people who voted for him got nothing.
In this article the idea of class has always been a top priority in American history, to have class is to have the upper hand and know that you must now keep this within our communities. Even though America prides itself on being for freedom and equal opportunities, there is nothing here that allows people who are less than fortunate to achieve said goals without losing something in the process of achieve this new found status of education and class. As this article points out that white Americans who we less fortunate were always seen with having something be wrong with them whether that be diseased or where they may live. if you were poor you weren't seen until you become something. this article just seems to prove that this country is a capitalist's country valuing money more than the lives of the people who built this country and those who work the menial jobs that no other person will take. That money is more important than the lives of the people.
In this article the idea of social class is in-branded in us ever since we are born. Even though America is supposed to be the country of freedom and equal opportunities it is very hard to achieve some goals. Yes it is doable but the process of getting to success isn't as easy as its persuaded to be. The wealthier classes seem to be getting it easier even though they can afford what is being giving to them opposed to those who might need the assistants such as taxes and insurances. Healthcare is also a major issue within the classes, some classes are given better insurance of the money that they make. Which I understand working to get better things because if we are all equals that contributes to the idea of socialism. But I do think that some people should be given a little more assistances.
I believe classism to be more harmful than racism because racism stems from classism. The system as constructed, is designed to keep the rich, rich and the poor, poor. Nine times out of ten, in any society, white people are the affluent ones and hold the power to make decisions. The poor people, usually black and brown people, will end up with the short end of the stick. Classism is why some people can afford better education, get better jobs, and network with other successful people.
Based on the article she stated that America is a land of opportunity some people believe. In my opinion it is but some people are just lazy and take it all for granted . After all, I have seen many people who came from nothing. They work hard and get everything they say they would have at some ages. Most of the people who stayed behind are because of the System. People go to jail and judges continue to punish people harshly for nothing more than drug possession. when they get out they can't get any jobs . When that happens, chances are they may end up doing the same thing or worse.
America to not stay behind all you have to do is grind harder and believe in yourself. As long as you choose the right path and do the right things you’ll be able to achieve anything you’ve ever dreamed of or wanted.
I think social mobility is hard to achieve in the United States, as described in the article, as it says that in the past what kept people in the upper social class was the ownership of the land which ten percent of the wealthy elites owned about ninety percent land in the continent. It also says that although the founding fathers like Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson had plans to create 'happy mediocrity' by removing the excesses of the wealth from the top rich society and bottom poor society, what they would be doing is only forming a horizontal mobility which means a change in a position in society and not the social status. But those who own lands and wealth like that can still dominate others like the middle class societies and they in turn can dominate societies living in poverty. And it seems like this social class system is hard to beat and with time it seems to be in favor of wealthy elites because they can control many aspects of societies and turn it in their favor which makes it even harder for middle class and lower class societies to have social mobility in their favor. So, "social mobility is one of the myths the Americans tell about themselves that America is a land of opportunity" is a correct statement, because although America being a land of opportunity, for so many of us living in America that opportunity might just mean getting on with our everyday lives. While for others it might mean opening a business, and for some it might be getting a descent lifetime job. For some of us it is about getting a higher education, and for some of us it is about getting recognition though arts and skills. Social mobility is therefore an opportunity which means moving from one class of status to another, however important to understand that higher we go tougher it is going to be to maintain that class.
Social mobility is like a “step ladder” where you have many opportunities while living in America. While in the truth side none of that is true. And I think this is where classism plays a big part. I think class plays an important role in communities.
The author of the article talks how social mobility in the US is a myth since “the best predictors of success are the privileges and wealth bestowed from parents and ancestors”. Isenberg argues that historically poor white people have been stopped from social mobility as a result of their wealth which has limited opportunity and that the same pattern is present in our time. I generally disagree with the statements from Isenberg since as a permanent resident, I believe that the US offers far more social mobility than my native country which is one of the main reasons why I decided to immigrate. Indeed, millions of immigrants that have come and continue to come in the US are making a silent statement that approves the social mobility in the United States. However, much work needs to be done in order to further improve the social mobility of not only poor people but also minorities.
I read in this article she stated that America is a land of opportunity some people believe. I think yes because if I am talking about myself I believe america is a land of opportunity but it's for me because my father did a lot of hard work on that land of opportunity. America was not a land of opportunity for my father because he did a lot of sacrifices because after almost 22 years he got his own house. I said to myself land of opportunity because I don't have to do a lot of hard work. So the moral is this is a land of opportunity for those who have connections and they are financially strong by their parents or another way.
Social mobility is important factor in the creation of vibrant society, and it is a critical factor in the creation of healthy economy. It is also a movement of individuals , families, households, or other categories of people within or between social in a society.
In the article by Nancy Isenberg, the myth about America being a land of opportunity was false. They did not escape the ridged class system in the old world, instead was fooled into having the worst part of the land while the whites had the most sustainable and rich land. The social standing is better than what is was in that time, but in term of equality it's not. We still struggle for a change and while non-minorities continue to widen the gap.
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This article sheds light on classism and racism and the success of Presidents Donald Trump and Bill Clinton. Their campaign was focused on being relatable to the people in order to gain popularity amongst the masses. Secondly, this article touches on the differences in classism and racism which are often intertwined. All white people are not on the same boat. Privileges are often inherited by ancestors or parents that enable a person's success in America. Lastly, social status is typically indicated by a person's land ownership.
In this world class plays an important role in society in the article it states how many believe that American is not a land of opportunity because if you are poor and of a different race you would be stuck in that category and there will be a struggle for you to move up in the class
In the article Nancy stated beautiful how that many still believe the myths that America is the land of opportunity when it's really the opposite for so many because of what class they were born into if you weren't born with a gold spoon in your mouth your below us and you really have to work even harder than those who were. America is a land of opportunity for those who look the part for those with connections.
Social mobility in other words “climbing the ladder”. This is directly affected by racism because it does not allow equal opportunities to climb the ladder in society to achieve a better quality of life. The opportunity for higher education, achieving the next step in the world and allowing for growth. My opinion regarding this is actually a growth stunt for communities and individual.
One major thing I feel as though needs to be addressed as well in relation to the article is the lack of support when it comes to people that live in poverty or even below the poverty level. In the article it states that "Voters accept huge disparities in wealth." In America, many people expect our political leaders to hold up to their promises and we end up becoming selfish to some of the things right in front of us. People think that are leaders are at the same level as us, but in reality; they have money and power. We are below them. There is a hierarchy that many people choose to ignore. In reality these classes, can break the structure of being humane because of those who choose to think lesser of those who are lower on the metaphorical social "food chain."
Social class plays a big role in a persons wealth, and class is something that isn't spoken about as much as it should. The article in someways confirmed things that I felt already, it was also interesting to read the authors take on this particular idea. I always say that the "American dream" is nothing but false advertisement, working you're way up the social ladder in America is almost impossible because of class structure in America. As it says in the article, social mobility in America is a myth, if you aren't born in a higher class in America, it's very unlikely that you'll be able to work your way up. The article explains this concept, and gives the reader a better understanding of the topic at hand.
Many may ask ... How do the myths of "white trash" emerge? Why then do we insist upon this idea of American socioeconomic progress? Much has been said about social class and the growing income disparity between the poor as well as the working class.Nancy Isenberg, history professor, explores how social class has evolved to define in America and how it has influenced our view of the system. Lower-class Americans have played a significant part in American politics and economics since the initial periods of the country's settlement. Isenberg delves into the roots of America's enduring divisive views towards its working people and the illusion of income mobility. White Trash is a documentary that looks at how social class has changed over time in the United States. Land ownership has become the most significant indicator of social status in America.One of the misconceptions about Americans is that we live in a country of prosperity, that we still avoided the oppressive class structure that prevailed throughout the times at the founding of the United States. Isenberg explains how the works and roles of social class in American society is presented in the world today.
I couldn’t agree more with the article when it says that "social mobility is one of the myths Americans tell about themselves—that America is a land of opportunity, that somehow we escaped the rigid class system that existed in the Old World at the time of the American Revolution.” Today, land ownership and regulation is skewed to favor the interests of the elite and the top 10% of the population hold equity in nearly 90% of the land. In a country where our institutions are rooted in racism and misogynistic values, the American dream is not an equitable dream for all people. Class and race have always been inextricably intertwined. The article says that Martin Luther King himself said that Southern white Democratic leaders long fueled the racial conflict between poor Black and white folks in order to redirect the anger of the white lower class away from the white elites. Today we live in class-zoned neighborhoods where the privileges and wealth passed on by ancestors are the best predictors of success. This is hegemonic considering that the US is a racist institution that doesn’t provide equal opportunity for all within its borders.
Many minorities from outside of the United States see America as the lands of dreams and opportunity, only to come here and have themselves face an ugly reality. Here, the rich will always stay rich and seem to get richer, while the gap between them and the poor widens. The fact that a person like Jeff Bezos can exist and sit comfortably on his millions while his workers that keep his company thriving are barely being paid minimum wage is sickening. When cities were first being built, red lining was a major issue being faced, that still trickles into communities today. This problem was created due to white privilege, not class, as a poor white person could still manage to do far better than a person of color of most classes. White wealth and Black wealth are two very different things. White wealth is usually passed down from generation to generation without fail, while Black wealth is worked extremely hard for and unstable, and not guaranteed to the next generation to come.
This article explains the social mobility problem in America since its beginnings to now. There's always been 10% of the population that controls all of the wealth and power leaving the rest of the population to suffer. The article points out that white privilege and class privilege aren't the same thing. This is true because a poor white person would be treated better than a poor colored person in this country. There is not a lot of social mobility in this country and that can lead to a lot of bad things like racism. Capitalism is the main thing keeping poor people divided because it forces them to compete against each other instead of joining forces against the top 10%. This is one of the reasons why Trump’s 2016 campaign was so successful, he appealed to poor white people who felt left behind in America but not surprisingly during his time in office he helped big and already rich corporations get bigger and richer while those people who voted for him got nothing.
In this article the idea of class has always been a top priority in American history, to have class is to have the upper hand and know that you must now keep this within our communities. Even though America prides itself on being for freedom and equal opportunities, there is nothing here that allows people who are less than fortunate to achieve said goals without losing something in the process of achieve this new found status of education and class. As this article points out that white Americans who we less fortunate were always seen with having something be wrong with them whether that be diseased or where they may live. if you were poor you weren't seen until you become something. this article just seems to prove that this country is a capitalist's country valuing money more than the lives of the people who built this country and those who work the menial jobs that no other person will take. That money is more important than the lives of the people.
In this article the idea of social class is in-branded in us ever since we are born. Even though America is supposed to be the country of freedom and equal opportunities it is very hard to achieve some goals. Yes it is doable but the process of getting to success isn't as easy as its persuaded to be. The wealthier classes seem to be getting it easier even though they can afford what is being giving to them opposed to those who might need the assistants such as taxes and insurances. Healthcare is also a major issue within the classes, some classes are given better insurance of the money that they make. Which I understand working to get better things because if we are all equals that contributes to the idea of socialism. But I do think that some people should be given a little more assistances.