Social and political change 1973-80

Question 1

how far was there a crisis of political leadership in the years 1973 to 1980

Answer 1

⚫Watergate scandal which caused Nixon to resign severely undermined trust in the presidency and caused increasing political disillusionment
⚫while Ford and Carter brought some trust back through seeming ordinary, both lacked political skill and ability
⚫Hostage Crisis in Iran contributed further to the declining confidence in the political leaders
⚫The Vietnam war also contributed to the sense of crisis of political leadership as it eroded confidence in government decision making
⚫during the years 1973-80 there was an economic crisis where there was high inflation, rising unemployment and a energy and oil crisis

Question 2

What was the impact of economic change on US society in the years 1973-80

Answer 2

⚫Stagflation caused cost of living for families to increase
⚫Political disillusionment this can be seen as the voter turn out decreased
⚫Manufacturing industry decline
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Question 3

How far did popular culture change in the years 1973 to 1980

Answer 3

⚫new music such as disco music like the Bee Gees
⚫new films like Star Wars and The Godfather have a lasting impact

Question 4

To what extent did individual and civil rights improve in the years 1973 to 1980

Answer 4

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