Rise Of Conservatism Between The 1960s And 1980s

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The rise of conservatism between the 1960s and 1980s in the United States can be attributed to a multitude of factors, outlined here are several. Firstly, many conservative Americans were disturbed by the societal trends and movements of the 1960s, including the civil rights movement, anti-war protests, and the counterculture against traditional authority from the youth. These factors created a sense of unease among many Americans, particularly those who identified with traditional values and institutions. The response from this demographic was naturally to double down on these beliefs. (American Yawp: Chapter 29 Section II paragraph 2) A second reason for the rise of conservatism was that a growing number of Americans felt distrust of the