What are the motifs in Angels in America by Tony Kushner?

The American Dream is a recurring idea. Kushner suggests that his play is "A Gay Fantasia on National Themes," and the concept of America - its social dynamics, political identity, and uncertain future - are prominent themes in the play. Set in the 1980s, a decade of greed and conservatism, Angels in America can not avoid exploring the impact of Republican politics on the country. Roy Cohn represents the worst the right wing has to offer: political monopoly, economic disparity, discrimination, and censorship. His henchman, Martin, crows, "It's a revolution in Washington, Joe. We have a new agenda and finally a real leader" and brags that soon Republicans will control the courts, lock up the White House, regain the Senate, and run the country the way it ought to be run.