Eisenhower and Civil Rights Era Review

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to Eisenhower's presidency, the Cold War, and Civil Rights movements in the United States.

Eisenhower Era

Period of U.S. history characterized by Eisenhower's presidency, focusing on domestic policies and the Cold War.

Modern Republicanism

Political philosophy during Eisenhower's presidency that aimed for a balance of budgetary responsibility with welfare expansion.

Brown v. Board of Education

Landmark 1954 Supreme Court decision that declared school segregation unconstitutional.

Brinkmanship

Foreign policy strategy used during the Cold War, emphasizing the willingness to engage in conflict to deter opponents.

SEATO

Southeast Asia Treaty Organization, created in 1954 to prevent the spread of communism in Southeast Asia.

Domino Theory

The belief that the fall of one state to communism would lead to the fall of neighboring states.

Cuban Missile Crisis

A tense 1962 confrontation between the U.S. and the USSR regarding Soviet ballistic missiles deployed in Cuba.

Civil Rights Act of 1964

Legislation that outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Voting Rights Act of 1965

Legislation that prohibited racial discrimination in voting, providing federal oversight of voter registration.

The Warren Court

Refers to the Supreme Court under Chief Justice Earl Warren, known for its landmark rulings on civil rights and liberties.

Rock and Roll

A genre of popular music that emerged in the 1950s, symbolizing youth culture and rebellion.

Beatniks

A group of American writers and artists of the 1950s who rejected conventional society and embraced alternative lifestyles.

Sputnik Shock

The U.S. response to the Soviet Union launching the first artificial satellite (Sputnik) in 1957, leading to an increase in defense and education funding.

GI Bill of Rights

Legislation that provided various benefits to returning World War II veterans, including education and housing.

Nuclear Test Ban Treaty

A treaty signed in 1963 by the U.S., the U.K., and the USSR that prohibited nuclear weapon tests in the atmosphere, outer space, and underwater.

Television's Role in Politics

Television emerged as a crucial medium influencing public perception and political campaigns during the 1960 election.