What is a being a real American mean to you?

From the California coastline to the tip of Maine, Americans enjoy the freedom to do whatever they please, whenever they please. Some choose a path for success while others go down a path of failure. I believe the ideal American wakes up every morning choosing success rather than failure by focusing on hard work, attitude, and giving some of their riches back to society. Dave Thomas is a perfect example of an ideal American. His …

…ed. If not for people like Dave Thomas and the freedom Americans enjoy, America would be a much different place. Our country was built on hard work and creativity. Along with the hard work, our citizens had to have an encouraging attitude and motivation to succeed while remembering and helping those around them. Americans can learn from Dave Thomas' story and he provides an excellent role model for anyone trying to be an ideal American.