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Prohibition
Created the groundwork for modern liberalism, progressives had strong ideas of civil rights and social/moral reform. -
Red Scare '20s
Created fear among the American's of far-left extremism due to the October Revolution and anarchist bombings. -
Great Depression
President Hoover was shamed for not doing enough, Americans supported leaders who did more for the economy. -
The Dust Bowl
hurt the economy in the area for years after; government had to step up. -
World War II
This created an economic boom, increasing industry and industrial policy. -
Holocaust
Caused America to review immigration policy and military response. -
Pearl Harbor
Increased domestic unity and changed American attitudes of war and economy. -
Cold War
The Cold War showed Americans the harmful effects of communism. -
Red Scare '50s
Created a widespread fear of potential communism. -
Space Race
Created competition with Soviet Union, showed a country's technology, science, and economic capabilities. -
Civil Rights Act
Changed government forever; outlawed discrimination of African Americans and women. -
Watergate
Formation of more independent parties, pressure on democratic votes for a candidate that has good morals. -
Vietnam War
Battle between communists and anti-communists; increased disagreements to communism. -
Iran-contra affair
Political scandal, decreased trust in National Security Council. -
Columbine shooting
Opened American's eyes to gun violence issues, school security, and gun control. -
9-11
Affected American's views of terrorists, leaned more towards a Republican approach to protection from terrorist attacks. -
The War in Afghanistan
Altered defense policy and foreign policy. -
Iraq War
Brought light to foreign policy, the army, and terrorism. -
BLM riots
Voices spoke out against racism, policy brutality, and police funding. -
Covid pandemic
Disagreements between healthcare, shut downs, vaccines, and closing boarders.