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Compare And Contrast Anthem And Anthem

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A country that is opposite of the society in Anthem is the United States. We live in a democratic society where our rights and freedoms are protected under the Constitution. For the most part, individualism is encouraged and the society has been growing and developing throughout the course of history. Unlike Anthem, children stay with their parents after birth in order to develop their own personalities and thoughts. Although the school system is not perfect and does not mold to each child’s learning, the teachers are working on developing different alternatives for students that learn differently. Unlike in Anthem, each person lives their own life, chooses their own careers, destinies, and daily activities. They also have the freedom of speech

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