Reclaiming the American Dream

<div><p><b>Unlocking the American Dream</b></p><p>At a time when deep divisions headline the national discourse on equality <i>Reclaiming the American Dream: Proven Solutions for Creating Economic Opportunity for All</i> uses real-world examples to illustrate how America can evolve to include everyone in its promise of opportunity.</p><p>Living Cities President and CEO Ben Hecht has spent decades exploring how leaders take proactive measures to combat growing racial disparity without relying on slow-moving policies or the whims of Washington D.C. to make changes in their own backyards. The strategies highlighted in Reclaiming the American Dream offer a blueprint for how communities can rekindle the promise of the American Dream through improving educational opportunities strengthening civic engagement and providing a ladder to economic security.</p><p>Each of us-whether as an elected leader engaged neighbor corporate CEO philanthropist or investor-can act right now to secure the economic future of our country and help level the playing field for struggling Americans everywhere.</p></div>