E— Taylor Klahn, beneath a net of overhead transit power lines, crosses the street on his way into Golden Gate Park on Sunday, May 31, 2026, in San Francisco, California.

To Klahn, the American Dream is something “In the eye of the beholder.” For him, it’s a life of love, and the freedom to live a dignified life. He hopes to have a job he loves, come home to someone he loves, and raise another child. He’s optimistic with his current career plans and his girlfriend, Joanna. Looking back on the journey he’s taken in life, Klahn says “I think the American dream starts with loving yourself—so you can love others.”