America is as diverse of a land as they come. Within its borders are people from all walks of life. Their different ideas and traditions are constantly mixing to produce the unique culture found here. So, what does it mean to say someone is an “Italian American?” Truth be told, it looks different to everyone.
With changing times the very idea of culture has evolved into many different interpretations. It is no longer solely based on one’s ancestry, but rather the aspects of culture an individual chooses to incorporate into their lives. This fluid concept has allowed unique cultures to prevail in the melting pot that is the United States.
