1970s-1980s: Watergate, Conservatism & End of Cold War

1972

The Watergate scandal, a major political scandal involving a break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters and the subsequent cover-up by the Nixon administration, leading to President Nixon's resignation.

1973

The Supreme Court's decision in Roe v. Wade that legalized abortion and expanded women's reproductive rights.

1974

The aftermath of the Watergate scandal, including the final resignation of President Nixon

1980

The election of Ronald Reagan as President, marking a significant shift toward conservative policies in the US

1981

The beginning of Ronald Reagan's presidency, characterized by economic challenges and significant tax cuts

1989

The end of the Cold War, marked by the fall of the Berlin Wall and the subsequent dissolution of the Soviet Union