Whoever can answer  these will be marked it's the belief that each american has the freedom to pursue a better life — a nice house, a car or two, and a more comfortable existence than our parents. a french writer whose observations remain today a classic study of american political culture. most americans are proud of our past and values that include the belief that we are stronger and more virtuous than other nations. the individual's rights are valued above those of the state (government)most people believe in the right to be free, as long as another's rights aren't abusedthis generally translates as "equality of opportunity," not absolute equalitythey are widely shared beliefs, values, and norms that define the relationship between citizens and government, and citizens to one another. government is based on a body of law applied equally and fairly, not on the whims of a ruler. elected officials are accountable to the people. citizens have the responsibility to choose their officials thoughtfully and wisely. at the heart of the american dream are beliefs in the rights to own private property and compete freely in open markets with as little government involvement as possible. answers are: alexis de tocqueville the rule of culturethe american dream capitalism democracy