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The 70’s, 80’s and 90’s
- 1. THE 70’S, 80’SAND 90’S Lexi Malpass
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- 3. SWANN V CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURGSCHOOLS Even after segregation was made illegal, many predominately raced schools remained due to societal reasons, shown in the Charlotte and Mecklenburg Schools. The district redrew attendance zones, but it made no difference. Soon, on behalf of six year old James Swann, a case was brought forward. Schools soon implemented racial quotas, busing systems, and attendance zones. This was important because it was a pressing civil rights issue at this time that needed involvement from the government to make progress.
- 4. OPEC The OPEC orOrganization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, raised to price of oil dramatically. This along with stagflation in the US led to the oil shock, a shortage of gas nationwide. The OPEC stopped exporting to the US entirely because they disapproved of the US’s support of Israel. Gas prices rose fast, resulting in lasting effects across America and the increase of oil efficient products. This is an important factor contributing to the faltering economy during the 70’s.
- 5. STAGFLATION Stagflation came tolight due to the economic conditions in America. Stagflation is when unemployment rate increases as well as inflation, and business activity remains stagnant. Stagflation was a result of Jimmy Carter’s efforts, who increased government spending and established voluntary wage in hopes of boosting the economy, but to no avail. This is an important term because the economy in the 70’s was one of the main domestic concerns. It effected everyone nationwide.
- 6. THREE MILE ISLAND TheThree Mile Island power plant experienced a nuclear meltdown in Pennsylvania. This is the worst nuclear accident in American history, resulting in cancerous and life threatening disease for miles around the incident as well as an increase in infant mortality caused by radioactive gases. This event is a very important part of the 70’s because this is the point where people began to realize the real danger of nuclear power. At this time in the Cold War, it was especially important not to forget that other countries held this power.
- 7. PRESIDENT RICHARD NIXON RichardNixon was the 37th United States President during the first part of the 70’s. He established biracial committees to desegregate schools through the busing system, made many strides in women’s rights in the government, ended the military draft, and pushed for environmental awareness through the Clean Air Act, National Environmental Policy Act, and Federal Water Pollution Act. In his foreign policy, he signed the Paris Peace Accords, developed a five year cooperative program with the Soviet space program, and visited China to promote détente.
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- 9. CHALLENGER ACCIDENT In 1886,on the Challenger spacecraft’s tenth mission, something went terribly wrong. 73 seconds after liftoff, the Challenger exploded and killed the 7 astronauts inside. This tragedy deeply affected the nation as it became more and more willing to fund space travel and research. No one had expected this to happen. Afterwards, NASA held off all shuttle missions for another two years. This was an important event because it shocked the nation and costed millions of dollars.
- 10. AIDS EPIDEMIC During the80’s, the rise of the HIV/AIDS epidemic met its peak. This was a newer disease in America, and no one was prepared for it. It was soon realized that this disease was spread through unprotected sexual contact and dirty syringes, among others. It also spread through contaminated blood products in the medical field. AIDS patients included blood transfusion patients, extravenous drug users, infants, and people of all sexualities. This broad spectrum made it hard to research and pinpoint the cure. This was important because it was a nationwide panic, everybody knew about it and was afraid of it. This affected a lot of America at the time.
- 11. FALL OF BERLINWALL After WWII, the Berlin Wall remained in Berlin, Germany as a symbol of war and communism. The Wall was officially demolished after its purpose became meaningless. East and West Germany had finally merged. This was an important event because of the wall’s symbolism. Even Americans celebrated on behalf of the Germans, as Germany could now begin reunification.
- 12. TIANANMEN SQUARE At thistime, China was still a largely communist country. After the death of Hu Yoabang, a liberal reformer, students and activists across China demonstrated their mourning at Tiananmen Square in Beijing, 1989. In response to the grieving protestors, Chinese military officials reacted by opening fire on the crowd. Hundreds were killed, and many more injured. This angered Americans, who wanted to take action and respond to the tragedy. We did not actually take any actions against this display.
- 13. INF TREATY Due tothe nuclear activity in the US and the USSR, something had to be done. The INF Treaty, or Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty, was signed in 1987 as an agreement between the US and the Soviet Union. This treaty eliminated ground ballistic missiles of a certain caliber. This was a step in the right direction to end the Cold War, and is the first treaty to actually abolish nuclear weaponry rather than create a limit.
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- 15. OPERATION DESERT STORM AfterSaddam Hussein, president of Iraq, declared Kuwait a part of Iraq territory, the US immediately took action in the form of Operation Desert Storm, which led to the Gulf War. Kuwait was a very important oil reserve and the US did not want it in the hands of Hussein. The operation and the Gulf War itself were ultimately successful for the US, raising the morale of the US army after the Vietnam War. This was important because it won Bush a lot of approval from the citizens and gained dominance over Hussein.
- 16. SADDAM HUSSEIN Saddam Husseinwas the president of Iraq during the war in Iraq and the Gulf War. During his time as president, millions of lives were lost through war and genocide alike. He was a vicious leader and was eventually captured by the US, found guilty, and hung. He is an important figure because he was a big threat to the United States, and continued to be a threat after the 90’s ended. He was a very powerful and cruel leader, feared and hated by majority of America.
- 17. COMPUTER REVOLUTION Throughout the70’s and 80’s, computers began to become more efficient, affordable, and popular. Soon enough, in the 90’s it became common for a family to have a home computer in their offices. With the invention of the internet and Microsoft, many new doors were opened and computers finally became practical for everyday use. This was a great start for modern computer technology since it became to popular. This is important because it would change basically our whole lives in many ways.
- 18. BRADY BILL This Act,officially in action in 1994, exists to prevent violent gun use by performing background checks when guns are purchased. The act is named after James Brady, a man shot and injured during the Reagan assassination attempt by John Minckley Jr in 1981. This act also includes many guidelines that the background checks must pass in specific detail. This was a step towards gun control in America.
- 19. CLINTON SCANDAL After presidentBill Clinton was found having an affair with a White House intern named Monica Lewinsky, it was brought to the attention of the government and Clinton was put on trial and impeached. When he went to trial, Clinton denied all accusations and pleaded innocent. Although he was known to be guilty, he was acquitted by popular vote of the Senate. He continued his term in office, and even denies his guilt to this very day.
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