Examples Of Conformity In America

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Life in America is not a struggle between being an individual and being a member of the community. The United States were founded on the principles of freedom; anyone can be or do anything if they so please. In fact, nonconformity is becoming more popular than conformity with the advent of social media and new, various ways to connect with others. As a millennial, I grew up in a world where I was not shepherded into a community. Day in and day out, there was no social repercussion for not “being cool” or wearing the “right” clothes. Sherman Alexie’s quote suggests that being part of a community requires conformity, and that individuality is somehow lost. I reject this notion because I believe myself to be a free individual within my community.