Summarize the discussion in the text about the fact that American political values are often expressed—and thus reinforced—through popular culture
Choose one of your favorite songs, and explain what elements of the American creed it speaks to and how it does so.
What will be an ideal response?
An ideal response will:
1, Explain why music has been a vehicle for the expression of political values and how it has served to reinforce them, for example, noting how popular culture tends to embrace individualistic ideals and celebrate the self-reliant individual who overcomes the odds.
2, Discuss a song of the student's choosing and explain how it speaks to specific elements of the American creed, for example, Billy Joel's "My Life" or Frank Sinatra's "My Way" as icons of individualism.
3, Provide a clear and effective conclusion.
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