Semiotics

Write an essay discussing the concept of semiotics, and how ideas of symbolism, meaning-making, and identity can be found in the concept(s) of ‘The American Dream. (does not have to be about the American Dream, you can pick any topic).

Here are some ideas:
1) Robinhood utilizes a host of semiotic messages within their platform, in an attempt to take advantage of their clients in order to enhance their own bottom line, with little regard for the well-being of their clients.
2) Nestle Waters, a privatized water conglomerate in the U.S., utilizes semiotic messaging to portray itself as a bastion of community and environmental stewardship, despite the damage it is wreaking on water ecosystems across the U.S.
3) Gfuel is a popular energy drink that presents itself with numerous semiotic messages to overexaggerate the potency and effectiveness when used for gaming which then misguidingly appeals to the younger audience within various gaming communities.
4) The US Military avidly uses semiotics in their advertisements to increase retention and to gain new recruits. This usage of semiotics is inappropriate because it incorrectly depicts the rigors and dangers associated with military service and more importantly have a strong tendency to glorify war.
5) ) The societal emphasis on the concept of “forever” in romantic relationships, coupled with disillusion through pop culture and the prevalence of breakups and divorces have tainted the word “forever”, leading many people to believe that a perfect, permanent relationship is attainable.
6) The law enforcement agency, once viewed as a protective measure for public safety, have evolved to represent the obstruction of justice and the restriction of individual liberties, highlighting the intricate nature of the relationship between the police and society.

Use at least TWO of the articles provided:
https://gothamist.com/news/the-african-american-exodus-from-new-york-city
(The African American exodus from New York City by Arya Sundaram)

(How A Storied Phrase Came from a Partisan Background by Jazmine Ulloa)

**Two more are attached as PDF**
Use as many outside resources as you would like.

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