The American Dream is something that everyone, in their own way strives to achieve, whether it's for a better life or just fitting into your community. That's what the Tortilla Curtain is all about, working hard to achieve your dreams, whatever thatthey may be and that nobody no matter what your economic standing is, we all struggle. Although these families in The Tortilla Curtain, both are currently living in the United States, their lives are completely different, as well as their view on what “The American Dream” truly is. Delaney and Kyra are living “The American Dream”, and according to Candido and America, Delaney and Kyra have more than they could ever imagine. Even though Delaney and Kyra seem to have everything Candido and America hope and dream for, they still want more. They do not appreciate the things they own and they just want more. Delaney craves to live somewhere in nature, and Kyra wants to live in a giant mansion. Candido and America both moved to the United States in search of a better life and are brought back into reality when they realize how difficult it is to actually achieve their goal of “The American Dream”.