Does Ben Franlkin's Autobiography illustrate the promise or betrayal of the American Dream?

Question

Does Ben Franlkin's Autobiography illustrate the promise or betrayal of the American Dream?

Answer 1

Definitely promise.  He started out as one of many children of a candlemaker.  Through hard work, he became very successful in business.  He retired young and devoted himself to science, politics, diplomacy and civic improvements, and became the most famous man in the world of his time.