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Poll: 70% of Americans Don't Buy Into the American Dream

Americans' Outlook on
the Future Isn't So Perky

Sep 2, 2025 9:29 AM CDT

Americans' Outlook on the Future Isn't So Perky

Nearly 70% don't believe in the so-called American dream anymore, per new WSJ -NORC poll

(Newser) - A new Wall Street Journal-NORC poll paints a dim picture of Americans' faith in upward mobility. Just 25% of respondents believe they have a decent shot at improving their standard of living—a record low since the survey began in 1987. More than three-quarters of those who responded to...

This City Is the Biggest
Slacker in America

Feb 19, 2024 3:34 PM CST

This City Is the Biggest Slacker in America

Burlington, Vermont, comes in last in WalletHub's rankings of hardest-working cities; DC is first

(Newser) - If you're itching to work hard toward that elusive American dream, there are some US cities that are waiting for you with open arms and rolled-up sleeves. WalletHub wanted to see which ones boast the best work ethic, so the site looked at nearly 120 of the nation's...

Wayfair CEO Tries to Inspire
With Message on 'Laziness'

Dec 22, 2023 1:29 PM CST

Wayfair CEO Tries to Inspire With Message on 'Laziness'

Niraj Shah encourages employees to work longer hours: 'Winning requires hard work'

(Newser) - If you're a Wayfair employee and hoping that 2024 will bring a more relaxed workplace, think again. In a recent email to workers, CEO Niraj Shah delivered what The Street calls a "harsh wake-up call" that involved pushback against slacking. "Working long hours, being responsive, blending work...

Poll: Only 36% Still Believe in American Dream

Poll: Belief in the
American Dream
Is Fading Fast

Nov 24, 2023 3:50 PM CST

Poll: Belief in the American Dream Is Fading Fast

Only 36% agree that anyone can get ahead through hard work

(Newser) - Belief in the American dream is fading, with only 36% of respondents to a Wall Street Journal /NORC survey agreeing that anyone who works hard can get ahead. That's down from 53% who agreed with the sentiment in 2012 and 48% in 2016, the Journal reports. In the latest...

Give a High-Five to Our
Hardest-Working State

Aug 28, 2023 4:15 PM CDT

Give a High-Five to Our Hardest-Working State

North Dakota comes in at No. 1 on WalletHub's rankings, while New Mexico brings up the rear

(Newser) - Compared to workers in other countries, Americans are known for balking at taking too much vacation time, either because their employer doesn't offer that many paid days off or because workers feel they can't miss too many days without negative repercussions. The positive side of that coin is...