The Yuppies
"Yuppies"
They became wealthier
The most controversial social issues concerning Americans in the 1980s were drug abuse, teen pregnancy, and racial violence.
Greed is good
Americans wanted to return to traditional values.
the Equal Rights Amendment
Yuppies
The government cut welfare and aid programs.
The rise of the counterculture of the 1960s alienated many Americans
The rise of the counterculture of the 1960s alienated many Americans.
The 1970s and 1980s saw an increase in horror movies. More relevantly they also saw an increase in the influence of Christian fundamentalism, the average age of Americans, support for consumer and environmental movements and the number of women holding political office.
Neon colors became popular in the 1980s, with fluorescent hues dominating the fashion and design trends of the decade. The vibrant and eye-catching nature of neon colors symbolized the bold and vibrant attitude of the 80s.