Transcript Unit 6 Chapter 3 Political Debates

 Topic: Social Transformations in the United States
 A period of post-war prosperity allowed the United
States to undergo fundamental social change. Adding to
this change was an emphasis on scientific inquiry, the
shift from an industrial to a technological/service
economy, the impact of mass media, the phenomenon of
suburban and Sun Belt migrations, and the expansion of
civil rights.
 Content Statement: Political debates focused on the extend of the role of
government in the economy, environmental protection, social welfare and
national security.
 Expectations for Learning: Explain why the government’s role in the economy,
environmental protection, social welfare and national security became the topic
of political debates between 1945 and 1994.
 Content Elaboration: The United States experienced an era of
unprecedented prosperity and economic growth following WWII.
Contributing to this prosperity was public demand for goods and
services. The demand for housing and automobile ownership
spurred the growth of suburbs. Economic opportunities in
defense plants and high-tech industries led to the growth of the
Sunbelt.
 Content Elaboration: Postwar prosperity produced some other
epic changes (e.g., baby boom, increased consumerism, increased
mobility via automobiles, pop culture, franchising, and longer
lifespans.
 What is the difference between a liberal and a conservative?
 Conservative vs. Liberal website
 Our objectives:
 1. Understand the difference between liberals and
conservatives (and Democrats and Republicans!)
 2. Compare and contrast the different viewpoints on major
topics
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Economy
Environment
Social welfare
National defense
 3. Debate one of the major topics as a liberal or a conservative