Guardians of the Dream

What is the state of the American Dream?


Is opportunity still available for those who work hard and play by the rules? Guardians of the Dream offers an inspiring view of our nation s promise, which for the past two centuries has been championed by the legion of America's immigrants.


Paul Hsu, a business leader and entrepreneur who has built several successful companies, counters the negative narratives by recalling his own journey and those of others who have found the path to opportunity in a country that is like no other.


Born in Taiwan, Hsu came to the United States as a young man and found a land where anything was possible. He writes movingly of his family s experience, recalling that "our lives were often hard, but we didn't feel put upon. We didn't think our struggle was unfair, because my wife and I knew that it was only one step along the road. It took some time, but we succeeded. We had a belief that America had great opportunities and that if we made sacrifices and stayed motivated, we wouldn't be held back because of class or race or because we weren't born here. That is a unique aspect of America's character."


Guardians of the Dream makes the case that immigrants are an integral part of the American texture and as such are guardians of a lasting legacy. At its heart, America has always been and continues to be an immigrant nation. Hsu tells stories of those who have fostered the entrepreneurial spirit and achieved great success, enriching the economy and improving our ability to compete in the world.


He advises young people to adhere to the simple but profound values of hard work and self-discipline that have stood the test of time. He provides uplifting examples of individuals who have overcome great barriers to fulfill their dreams.


Guardians of the Dream challenges those who fear that America's greatness is fading by telling an optimistic and insightful story about the remarkable people who make this country great.