Western Settler
Represents the adventurous, self-reliant spirit of westward expansion.
Core Belief
"Hard work, self-reliance, and the pursuit of prosperity are the keys to success in the New World."
Worldview
They see the world as a vast and untamed wilderness, full of opportunity for those who are willing to work hard and take risks. They believe in progress and expansion, and are confident in their ability to conquer the challenges of the frontier.
Personality
The Western Settler is independent, resourceful, and driven by a desire for opportunity and land. They are often rough around the edges, valuing practicality and hard work over refinement and tradition. They are optimistic, ambitious, and fiercely individualistic.
In Their Own Words
"The Americans never use the word “peasant,” because they have no idea of the peculiar class which that term denotes."
"It is difficult to imagine the incredible rapidity with which public opinion circulates in the midst of these deserts."
"I am not unacquainted with a more deplorable spectacle than that of a people unable either to defend or to maintain its independence."
Other Characters from Democracy in America — Volume 1
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