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? Award-Winning Book - Winner of the 2026 International Impact Book Award
What if the American Dream was never meant to be achieved -- only chased?
The American Dream Derailed is not a feel-good finance guide.
It's a direct, unfiltered look at how millions of working-class Americans are quietly trapped in a system built on debt, dependency, and misinformation.
For decades, we've been told the same story:
Work hard.
Play by the rules.
Get ahead.
But for many, that promise never materializes.
Why?
Because the system was never designed for you to win.
In this eye-opening breakdown, Bill Fister exposes how debt has evolved from a temporary tool into a long-term mechanism of control, keeping people working, borrowing, and falling behind.
From student loans and credit cards to wage stagnation and rising living costs, this book connects the dots between everyday financial stress and the broader system behind it.
Inside, you'll discover:
? Why hard work alone no longer guarantees financial security
? How the psychology of money keeps people stuck in cycles of stress and silence
? The truth behind credit scores, student debt, and the shrinking middle class
? How financial systems quietly benefit from long-term debt dependence
? Practical, realistic steps to regain control without false promises or hype
This isn't about blame.
And it's not about shortcuts.
It's about seeing the system clearly so you can stop playing by rules that were never designed in your favor.
If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right but still falling behind...
You're not alone.
And you're not wrong.
Start here.
The American Dream Derailed is a recipient of the 2026 International Impact Book Award, recognizing its impact and contribution to financial awareness and working-class education.
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