Sunday, May 1, 2016
The 1970s
In the 1970's there was a general feeling of distrust and discomfort with the government because of the very recent Watergate scandal and the high inflation and unemployment rate. Jimmy carter became an attractive presidential candidate because he represented the traditional American values that other presidents did not. He was also "one with the people," and brought then a feeling of hope for their country. Carter's support eventually declined in the 1980's when Reagan became a candidate for presidency. The 1970's was also considered the "me" decade where people became more selfish and worried about themselves rather than others or the country. People went in their own direction, and the divorce rate shot up. Many people were more cynical and had gotten tired of the American Dream
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Great post! It is interesting how the 70s became the "me" generation right after the social movements of the 60s. People gave up on the idea of changing the world and decided to focus on themselves.
ReplyDeleteI think the 70s just displayed how even in a world where people do care for others so much, just a change in time can change peoples perspectives on life, thus forcing them to really start doing things for themselves.
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