'The United States was created by God as an asylum in
which liberty, opportunity, and reward for achievement would
prosper.'(2) So goes the 'American Myth' that attracted
immigrants from around the globe to settle in this young
nation, in search of a better life than the one they left
behind. This myth was created by men like Toqueville; who's
interpretation suggests that in America, everyone takes an
active part in the government of society. For certain
groups, this myth became a reality and a lifestyle, but for
others; such as the blacks and the Native Americans, the
myth was a lie.…
