decades Flashcards
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major political scandal in the United States that unfolded in the 1970s, primarily involving the Richard Nixon administration. It’s become a synonym for high-level political scandal and cover-up. The scandal stemmed from a burglary at the Democratic National Committee headquarters in the Hotel in Washington, D.C. The burglary, along with subsequent attempts by the Nixon administration to conceal its involvement and obstruct justice, ultimately led to Nixon’s resignation. Beginning of distrust torwards presidents
Watergate
Major environmental disaster when oil tanker, Hazelwood, got drunk and spilt about 11million gallons of oil into the ocean. Killed animals, H/C for the Oil Pollution Act of 1990
Exxon Valdez oil spill
event in 1979 when Iranian students, with the support of the Iranian government, seized the U.S. embassy in Tehran and took 66 Americans hostage. The hostage crisis lasted for 444 days, from November 4, 1979, to January 20, 1981. The crisis was a significant event in the history of U.S.-Iran relations and had a major impact on the political landscape of both countries.
Iranian hostage crisis
the location of a nuclear power plant near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, where a partial nuclear meltdown occurred in Unit 2 on March 28, 1979. This accident highlighted flaws in plant design, operation, and emergency preparedness, leading to significant changes in nuclear industry regulations and safety protocols.
three mile island
committee to reelect the president
CREEP
a proposed amendment to the U.S. Constitution that would guarantee equal rights under the law, regardless of sex. It aims to address sex discrimination by requiring the federal and state governments to ensure equal rights for all individuals.
equal rights amendment
ERA
prominent feminist writer and activist who is best known for her 1963 book, “The Feminine Mystique,”
Betty friedan
how many states need to approve something to make it an amendment?
38 states
international organization formed in 1960 to coordinate the petroleum policies of its members and, in effect, to influence the global oil market.
OPEC
organization of petroleum exporting countries
a failed US rescue mission in April 1980 aimed at rescuing 52 American hostages held in Tehran, Iran
Operation Eagle Claw
who beated democrat, jimmy carted by a landslide and got hostages released by freezing banks, wins election in 1980
Ronald Reagan
suggests tax cuts and other benefits for the wealthy and businesses will eventually stimulate the overall economy, benefiting everyone. The core idea is that this investment will lead to job creation, economic growth, and increased benefits for the wider population.
-give tax breaks for the top earners/businesses
-put money back into the economy which will work its way down social classes
(Champagne glasses)
Trickle down Theory
scandal during the Reagan administration involving the secret sale of weapons to Iran to help secure the release of American hostages held in Lebanon. The profits from these arms sales were then diverted to fund the Contras, a group of Nicaraguan rebels fighting against the Sandinista government. This involved both illegal arms sales and the violation of a Congressional ban on aid to the Contras.
Iran-Contra Affair
promises to help uprisings against communism
Reagan Doctrine
says that the US can not control countries that are backed by drugs
Boland amendment
communist group in Nicaragua
Sandinistas
rebels in Nicaragua that supported democracy
contrats
Reagan calling communist countries evil speech
evil empire speech
the last leader of the Soviet Union, played a pivotal role in the end of the Cold War. He was a key figure in the shift from the Cold War’s tense rivalry to a period of reduced geopolitical tensions. Gorbachev’s policies of glasnost (openness) and perestroika (restructuring) contributed significantly to the unraveling of the Soviet bloc and the end of the Cold War.
gorbachev
is a law that protects people with disabilities from discrimination. It ensures they have equal opportunities in areas like jobs, public spaces, and transportation, making sure everyone can participate fully in society.
ADA
Americans with disabilities act
a military campaign, a part of the larger Persian Gulf War (1990-1991), in which a U.S.-led coalition, including forces from other countries, fought against Iraq after it invaded Kuwait in 1990. The operation began with a five-week air campaign followed by a ground offensive that resulted in the liberation of Kuwait
Operation Desert Storm
a treaty between the United States, Canada, and Mexico that eliminated most trade barriers between these three countries. It aimed to create a free trade area, promote fair competition, and increase investment opportunities.
-no tariffs (idea from Reagan)
-creates 1/4 million jobs
NAFTA
North American Free Trade Agreement
a constitutional process for formally accusing and potentially removing a government official, including the President, from office for misconduct. It’s a two-stage process: the House of Representatives votes to impeach, and the Senate then holds a trial.
impeached
election of 2000
al gore - d vice president of bill clinton
george bush - r
