Describe, as clearly and concisely as you can, the path of "American exceptionalism" from the middle of the 20th century to today. 

Next, consider how adopting the assumptions and factual claims associated with "American Exceptionalism" may explain the choices our government makes in the arenas of, say, U.S. immigration policy and foreign policy? 

Finally, how might the power of "American exceptionalism" shape societal views about the type of solution(s) appropriate to the problem you are examining in the Signature Assignment?