Author, Thomas Paine, in his book, Rights of Man, sheds a light on the diverse makeup of America. He argues that teaching the government on the “principles of society and rights of man,” will bring America into unity. However, the time period in Paine’s book does not remain true today. It is present in our current entertainment and culture that America cannot overcome their differences. One difference that America can not overcome, is the distinction between rich and poor. Thomas Paine claims that, “the poor are not oppressed, the rich are not privileged.” However, I disagree with his claim. There is a tremendous gap in the amount of income between the two. Some argue that this gap goes against their argument on equality. Another difference