In a time when social media magnifies every grumble and grievance, it seems fashionable to proclaim that America is faltering, or as we heard repeatedly during the presidential campaign, America is in decline. A failing nation, in other words. Partisans and “influencers” lament job statistics, blaming outsiders for “stealing opportunities” from Americans. Yet this narrative of despair misses a much larger—and more inspiring—story: the resilience and ingenuity of the American people.
Despite the challenges of recent years, Americans have proven that the entrepreneurial spirit is alive and thriving. According to the Commerce Institute, an independent organization renowned for its economic analysis, Americans have filed over 25 million new business applications since 2020. This surge in entrepreneurship isn’t just a data point—it’s a…
