Individualism runs deep in the American psyche, and those who are able to harness it gain an important political advantage. "It's not about rejecting individualism altogether; ...

Not every American subscribes to the historic definition of individualism that prizes oneself over the communal good. Some are exercising their individual will to stay home if they can, in line ...

The Roots of American Individualism: Political Myth in the Age of Jackson Reviewed by Jessica T. Mathews January/February 2023 Published on December 20, 2022 . ... hard-working individuals); of the ...

Held down by our bootstraps: The myth of American individualism is a poor excuse for inequality “Often we think that if we are not happy, it’s our problem, and we just have to show more grit" ...

The American dream. What does it symbolize today? To a still overwhelming majority of Americans, it means working hard in the name of individualism and self-sufficiency to earn a comfortable wage. It ...

American individualism can destroy this country and democracy. A solution was suggested in two other recent opinion columns promoting dialogue — Kitsap's League of Women Voters organization ...

Not every American subscribes to the historic definition of individualism that prizes oneself over the communal good. Some are exercising their individual will to stay home if they can, in line ...

In a new book, "The Roots of American Individualism: Political Myth in the Age of Jackson," Alex Zakaras, Ph.D., professor in the UVM Department of Political Science, ...

Not every American subscribes to the historic definition of individualism that prizes oneself over the communal good. Some are exercising their individual will to stay home if they can, in line ...