What Makes America Different?

As we all know, the United States has ranked No.1 power across the world. Then why it is America, rather than other countries on earth? And what factors contribute to its prosperity and power?

First, the scarce population as well as its vast territory has provided the early settlers a chance to explore this savage land. Abundant natural resources, such as mineral deposits, mild climate, etc. , have always cultivated Americans and enabled them to be ambitious about their future.

Secondly, most of the early settlers came to the New Continent due to the repression targeted on their religious belief. They came here for freedom from the religious persecution in Europe. Things did change after they settled in the new world. To restrict the new world from developing its own economy, the British government, however, levied a heavy tax on the settlers. No wonder that people out there longed to get rid of all such grasp. This strong desire for freedom was being echoed in every settler’s mind. And then there occurred Boston Tea Party, followed by the Declaration of Independence, and even a civil war. From this, one can see what Americans have done and would do for liberty and democracy. This incomparable persistence and courage, doubtlessly, is one of the contributing factors.

Speaking of its political system, it involves the federal system, and the Check and Balance structure. Both of the two can be counted as a giant leap in political field. The American political system has not only promoted the democracy to the maximal limit but also set a good example for other countries.

There are also many other factors contributing to the current American society. But the three above, in my opinion, have occupied the leading position.