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DAR Essay: ‘What problems will America face?’

Wed, 02/06/2019 - 12:00 am

America’s heritage is diverse. In separation from England, America was founded on the idea of the ‘melting pot,’ and was formed by immigrants. It was thought that immigrants would ‘melt’ together and live in peace and freedom. This was a shocking idea to some at the time. However, nobody knew what could come in the future. Today, America is divided and this division will soon be the end to the country we know and love.

Patriotism has always played a key role in our country. Men and women die for our lives and freedom. However, some people now disrespect them. Recently, people have begun kneeling in protest of the National Anthem. They say that they will not stand for this country because of the actions of a few police officers. This issue has caused riots and split our people based on their opinion of the matter. The National Anthem is played to honor the people who have given their lives for this country and to remind us to be grateful for our freedom. Everyone used to respect the National Anthem and stand with pride as the song was played. Sadly this is no longer the case. If this continues, it will change the meaning of the National Anthem and eventually eliminate patriotism. In result, few people will be willing to fight for our country. Without our soldiers and love for America, our country will not exist.

Education has acquired negative attributes among children in America. However, it used to be perceived as a privilege. This mindset has divided the American children. The class is now split between people with the drive for higher knowledge and the people who want the bare minimum. This mindset is spreading rapidly and each year fewer kids are choosing higher education. The future of education depends on the mindset of young people. If nothing is done to help influence our children, the want for education will disappear.

The founders of America never anticipated that the American people would generally divide into two groups, the Republicans and Democrats. Each group has strong beliefs and rarely agrees with each other. Every member working at the White House has chosen a side and this stokes the largest problem of them all. With the Republicans controlling the Senate and the Democrats controlling the House of Representatives, nothing will get accomplished. As our country grows and evolves, the rules and regulations need to as well. With this divide, few new policies will be passed. This division in the White House will only grow.

The only hope the people have for change is at the next election. The White House could propose solutions to nearly all the problems America faces, but they have let political parties control our country’s fate.

Today, America is divided and this division will soon be the end to the country we know and love. The makers of our country would be astounded at what it has become. It is the responsibility of the people to preserve our heritage and eliminate this division. The future can hold great opportunity but only if everyone “melts” together with the sole purpose of doing what is best for our country.