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When American colonists declared their independence from Great Britain, one of their largest grievances was, “Taxation without representation is tyranny.”. With the obviously glaring exception of the District of Columbia, which still has no vote in Congress, no U.S. state can make that complaint anymore.

Each year millions of people come to the United States in pursuit of the American dream. Their goal is to work hard, get a job, buy a home, put their children through college, and build a better life for their families.

Kevin may be a fairly ordinary name, but that doesn’t mean a person named Kevin can’t achieve greatness. Many Kevins have already attained fame and fortune, and others are well known enough to at least have their own Wikipedia page.

America is a land of couch potatoes. Every day millions of Americans enjoy their free time—and meal time—from the comfort of their sofas or recliners. Some play video games in homes littered with pizza crusts and empty Mountain Dew cans.

For residents of most large cities it’s routine to see their city appear on numerous “Top Cities for X” lists. Whether it’s the art scene, business climate, or ability to withstand a zombie attack, it’s common for most to see their city praised on the local news for some high ranking.