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By Charlie
Only in America by Paul Oreffice. The book, which I've read a bit of already, is all about something that still endures today: the American dream. Here's a blurb:
Only in America weaves the story of Paul's immigration to America, revealing how difficult early experiences sharpened him and molded his outlook on management and life. He gives practical business advice--from someone who has been there--on how anyone, especially an immigrant, can seize the abundant opportunities this country offers, converting obstacles and setbacks into achievements and success.
I'm not an immigrant (and don't have any immigrants in my family). My ancestors came to America in the early 1700's with one of the first waves of the Scots-Irish migration. However, I believe that one of America's enduring ideals is the concept of the American dream -that you can achieve anything you are willing to work for. At VMI, the inscription above Jasckon Arch reads "You may be whatever you resolve to be."* That's America, folks.
Immigrants or not, everyone can succeed here.
*quote fixed.
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The quote from Thomas J. Jackson, late a General of the Army of Northern Virginia, and a Professor at the Virginia Military Institute actually is "You may be whatever you resolve to be."
I really like your stuff, Charlie, and like most Army pukes, you generally get things almost right. ;)
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