38 Chapter 19 The Postwar Boom OBJECTIVE Understand

#38 Chapter 19 The Postwar Boom OBJECTIVE: Understand the economic and social issues of the 1950 s.

I. Suburban Growth • White Americans enjoy economic prosperity. • Baby boom causes population growth. • Demand for goods exceeds supply. • Highways and affordable homes makes suburban living desirable. • Interstate Highway Act 1956 • What are some more characteristics of suburban living?

II. Politics • Eisenhower’s presidency brings prosperity and political conservatism. • Equal rights remain a problem. • The Cold War creates fear and anxiety. • What did Americans fear during the Cold War?

III. Popular Culture • Rock n’ Roll and jazz pave the way for minority representation. • The beat movement rejects conformity. • TV portrays an idealized white America. • Why were young people attracted to rock n’ roll and the beat movement?

IV. Unequal Opportunities • Urban areas fall into decay (White Flight) • Minorities experience prejudice and discrimination. • In 1942, the U. S. signed the Bracero Treaty with Mexico which allowed the legal entry of Mexican laborers (Braceros). • Minorities establish organizations to improve civil rights. • List common problems that African. Americans, Mexican-Americans, and

#38 Ch. 19 Q’s • 1. Problem- Millions of WWII veterans thrown out of work as they return to civilian life. • Gov’t Solution--- • 2. Problem- Severe housing shortage • Gov’t Solution-- • 3. Problem- Runaway inflation • Gov’t Solution-- • 4. Problem- Labor strikes that threaten to cripple the nation. • Gov’t Solution-- • 5. Problem- Discrimination and racial violence • Gov’t Solution---