When this nation was founded, the idea of a new country where all men were created equal and could pursue their own sense of happiness became contagious. Over the next few centuries, this American dream has spawned the immigration of many different groups of people around the world.

Despite the various cultural backgrounds and the many different paths to which these people acclimated to the United States, all were in search of one idea: the American Dream. Today, we are somewhat en route to achieve the idea of happiness that the immigrants held. While the immigrants? idea of how to achieve the American Dream was raising crops and a family, today we perceive happiness as fame and the money that accompanies it.

Therefore, let us explore one aspect of fame: comebacks. Sorry to all you who were expecting some serious dissertation on a major social issue, but my mind is on Tiffany.Many would tell faded stars to throw in the towel, retire and live as though they were kings. But they always come back trying to recreate the excitement they once needed body guards to detain. For some reason, the absence of fame makes them feel the sudden need for a reemergence to the scene, hoping to create some excitement. Usually, they are met with a half-hearted fan base that soon dwindles and they again retire to their mansion. However, this is not always the story, for some strike a cord and get some recognition.

For has-been teenage pop star Tiffany, much of the original excitement that she had in the eighties was created last Wednesday when she wowed a crowd of roughly 1,000 Sac Staters. During her hour-long show, she performed some new tunes such as “Open My Eyes,” and of course, her beloved eighties hit, “I Think We?re Alone Now,” to a joyful crowd. The entire time, the crowd was jumping, smiling, singing along, and overall enjoying the show.

After the show, fans stayed in line for nearly two hours to get autographs, photos, and ask questions of the star?yes Tiffany mania had once again hit Sacramento. Tiffany herself seemed a little taken back by the enthusiasm of the crowd. While she was signing autographs, she and her promoter commented back and forth on the unexpected amount of enthusiasm from the crowd. Does this mean that Tiffany is back?

Probably not, but for me and the many others who watched her play Wednesday, we can only hope.

Joshua Wood is an undeclared student. He can be reached by e-mail at [email protected]