The 90s was the last decade of the 20th century, and it was a period that significantly shaped modern America. From technology to culture, the 90s witnessed numerous developments that have had a lasting impact on American society. Although there were drawbacks regarding the Environment and Climate, the 1990s were significant due to their impact on technology, culture, social development, and economic growth.
One of the most significant events that shaped modern America in the 90s was the end of the Cold War. The collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991 marked the end of the decades-long conflict between the United States and the Soviet Union. This event had significant political and economic implications for the United States. The end of the Cold
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The ADA is a federal law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities and requires employers, businesses, and government entities to provide reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. The ADA has had a significant impact on the lives of people with disabilities, allowing them to participate fully in society. The 1990s was a time of unprecedented economic growth, driven by technological advancements, global trade, and others. It contributed to the growth of many new companies with the help of the internet which generated greater capital for business in the early 1990s. The advancement in technology also facilitated the growth of globalization which boosted the economy. There was also a rise in consumerism which led to an increase in retail establishments. There was also a reduction in inflation which was a significant victory for economists. It improved …show more content…
The rise of grunge music and alternative rock represented a generational shift in music, with many young people embracing the anti-establishment ethos of these genres. Hip-hop also continued to gain popularity in the 90s, with artists such as Tupac and Britney Spears achieving mainstream success. In addition, the 90s saw a significant increase in diversity in American culture. The popularity of shows such as The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and Living Single showcased the experiences of African Americans in a way that had not been done before. The rise of Latino culture also gained prominence in the 90s, with artists such as Jennifer Lopez and Ricky Martin achieving mainstream success. Television too had a lasting impact on American society and culture. It influenced the way that people think about such important social issues as race, gender, and class. It played an important role in the political process, particularly in shaping national election campaigns while also helping spread American culture around the world. Many new broadcast networks such as Fox, UPN, and WB came about in the 1990s. Many of the new cable channels and smaller broadcast networks directed their programs toward minorities. Black entertainment television and UPN focused on African American viewers while Univision aimed at Hispanic audiences. The late 1990s and 2000s also saw the introduction of several TV
In the articles "The Box that Changed America" and "Television Transformed" by Lauren Tarshis we ask why how did the tv impact americans culture. The first thing the tv impacted in americans culture is that the tv brought people together. "Tv was becoming a powerful cultral force that brought americans together." (Tarshis 21) The tv brought us closer because tv shows made us relate with eachother.
The Soviet Union was the world's leading communist power and one the world's superpowers through the 20th century. However, on December 25th of 1991 after years of economic struggle the Soviet Union finally collapsed and split into 15 different states. This collapse was a result of the publically operated Soviet business not being to able to compete with the privately owned business of democratic countries. As a result, a major economic collapse would occur within Soviet borders. THese economic collapse left widespread discontent amongst the citizens of the communist country and resulted in the country splitting into 15 different states (History.com Staff.
The USSR had ended in 1991 due to the fact that the last leader for the Soviets, Mikhail Gorbachev, resigned from his position as President. Making the 45 year long Cold War come to and end, making it for the U.S a tremendous success for them. The Cold War was not a physical war at all by having any country invading another, and the use of soldier/military weapons. In reality it was geopolitical tension between the U.S and Soviet Union about different ideologies. The U.S being a capitalist country and USSR a communist country and both having their different beliefs between one another, sparking some tension.
Also, few channels were available on TV nationally. Today you can use up to hundreds channels of your own choice. From the time television changed, it changed as the world changed. The 1980’s was no exception. The historical, political, and social events impacted television during the 1980’s dramatically.
The Cold War is a proxy war that is said to be the root cause of a triumph of capitalism over communism. This geo-political conflict between the United States and The Soviet Union lasted a total of about fort-five years and ended with major economic impacts in both countries. During the Cold War, the Americans took it upon themselves to try and boost the United State’s economy. During President Reagan’s term, he went through with numerous tax cuts and deregulation in order to stimulate the economic growth. Many people believed, “due to the advantageous economic position that the US held in the beginning of the war and continued to have throughout that the US was destined to victory from the outset” (The U.S. Victory in the Cold War).
Bush came into office the first years of his administration were dominated by dramatic changes in the Communist World. Eastern Europe crashes down when the Soviets back out on supporting other Communist governments, like the Satellite Nations. In 1989, Poland falls and Leach takes over, and the next to fall were Hungry, Czechoslovakia, Bulgaria, and Romania. The border between Bulgaria and Austria is now ineffective, and Germany gets reunited in 1990. Soon, after the fall of the satellite nations, the Soviet Union comes to an end.
Effects of Cold War on United States domestic policy and society As World War II got closer to an end, the U.S. and the Soviet Union gained great power, and the competition with these two countries increased in many fields like the development of nuclear technology. However, at the same time, relationships between these two countries deteriorated especially due to the conflict of the ideology which is defined as the Cold War started in 1947 and ended 1991. Both domestic policy and society in the U.S. were greatly affected by the Cold War. However, the effect on American society was mostly negative as the conflicts of citizens due to fear of Communism and effect on normal life show.
The 1980’s had many impacting events which lead to many cultural differences amongst all American citizens. This was an era in which many American lives were transformed. Although many conflicts erupted, the outcome of the eighties has helped to shape American society into present day. During the 80’s, the Reagan election made it possible for a positive shift in the economics of the nation, as well as many influential people like Bill Cosby, events such as the attempted assassination of Ronald Reagan, a shift in the American Dream and technological advances. The eighties brought about many technological advances, faced political discrepancies and economic dilemmas.
The time period from 1945-1980 extends from the end of WWII to the years before the Reagan era. The end of the war, the most deadly in history, brought about a period of reconstruction and change in America. This can be seen in efforts to revitalize the failing economy and a greater push for civil rights. Despite these efforts to lift up the nation, this time period was shadowed by the effects of the Cold War, which lasted from 1947 to 1991 (Britannica). The United States’ attempt to control the spread of communism led to competition between the US and the USSR in almost every aspect of life.
The 1980s was the beginning of technology and what it will become, iconic music, movies, and television shows that will lead the way for the upcoming years. Computers were making progress at a very fast rate and would now be seen in someone’s home. Phones could now be carried in your pocket and music videos were on MTV. The songs, movies, and TV shows would become very well known even today.
(https://guides.loc.gov/american-women-moving-image/television#:~:text=In%201950%20only%209%20percent,its%20effects%20is%20comparatively%20new). Television allowed Americans to see live video of soldiers risking their lives in Vietnam or Black Americans being treated poorly, as opposed to photos in newspapers. This change in American households led to a change in public opinion on the Vietnam War and the Civil Rights Act. The increase in television sets in American households led to many media companies broadcasting certain opinions on the Vietnam War, which shifted public opinion. Jessie Kratz said, “Televising the Vietnam War helped to divide a nation that took pride in its ability to unify.
Television was so influenced by American than between 1956 and 1963, the percentage of the American content screened grew up at 83% of the total from overseas. It led the young people to think as Americans and behave as Americans. In 1959, the most popular programmes were American. All that influence and the lack of Australian presence on the screen led the government to impose a local content quota within the television
Overall, the 1980s left an enduring legacy on America, shaping its political ideologies, societal values, and economic policies for years to
Although the USSR collapsed in 1991, there were both positive and negative effects that were brought by the situation. These effects included things such as the region today being greatly affected by what that nation once was, and Russia and the US having a more acceptable relationship in the present day. Overall, the nation's size, The Great Terror, and their Military played huge roles in making the region who and what they are today. Textbooks should be sure to hit these important points when writing about the
According to the Ability Center, The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) makes it unlawful to discriminate in employment against a qualified individual with a disability. The ADA also, outlaw’s discrimination against individuals with disabilities in State and local government services, public accommodations, transportation and telecommunications (Blanck 5). This document explains the part of the ADA that prohibits job discrimination. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission along with State and local civil rights enforcement agencies, work to enforce this part on the law (Blanck). The law unquestionably improved the lives of people with disabilities in many ways, especially by enhancing their access to businesses and public places.