The rise of conservatism refers to the increased popularity and influence of conservative political ideologies and policies, particularly during the Reagan era in the 1980s. It marked a shift towards limited government intervention, lower taxes, deregulation, and traditional social values.
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New Deal: A series of programs implemented by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in response to the Great Depression aiming to provide relief, recovery, and reform through government intervention.
Great Society: A set of domestic programs initiated by President Lyndon B. Johnson aimed at eliminating poverty and racial injustice through social welfare measures.
Red Scare: A period during the Cold War when there was widespread fear of communism infiltrating American society, resulting in anti-communist measures such as investigations by committees like HUAC (House Un-American Activities Committee).