It is important to keep progress as an enduring goal for culture and society because it keeps people more aware, more interested, and more interesting. Without goals of progress and technology, people have little to strive for, and that is not good for society or the individual. Progress is more than technology, it is progress in the values of society, and it may be here that progress has undergone change. I believe many aspects of society are no longer based on progress or positive growth, and that is seen in negative areas of society, such as lack of respect for others and the need to make money and achieve over all else.
For the most part, I do agree with many of the impressions and assessments of immigrants and experts. Americans do not understand much of other cultures and societies, and they often make generalizations or "arrogant" assumptions about other nationalities based on misunderstanding or prejudice. I also believe Americans have become far...
The family unit is not as strong or important as it is in many other countries, and I believe that weakens the fabric of American culture and values. I also believe that there is far too little respect for others and authority in the country and that is seen in the rudeness and lack of respect of many people toward others, and the casual way they view relationships and others around them. I believe equality is a good thing, but respect for those around you is important as well, and respect seems to be disappearing in many people. I think achievement has become a goal for many, and that many parents pressure their children when they are far too young. I can see how many of these characteristics would seem unusual to other cultures. I think Americans have many good qualities, but we also have many aspects of society and culture that need work, as well.
