Title: Term 4: Chapter 24: An Affluent Society ★ 1953-1960 Flashcards | Quizlet
Headings: Term 4: Chapter 24: An Affluent Society ★ 1953-1960
Term 4: Chapter 24: An Affluent Society ★ 1953-1960
STUDY
PLAY
Key concepts:
Terms in this set (31)

Content: Non-whites had to move out of these areas and often had to find housing in run-down neighborhoods outside the suburbs. Before this, though, even though suburbs promoted Americanization, rigid racial boundaries were also drawn, probably subconsciously. Explain the ideological rifts among conservatives in the 1950s. Why did many view President Eisenhower as "not one of them"? In the 1950s, conservatism changed. New ideas developed that included freedom meaning individual autonomy, limited government, and unregulated capitalism. This appealed to entrepreneurs who wanted to pursue economic fortunes free of government regulation and high taxes. They called for a return of the values grounded in Christian traditions. Conservatism changed from believing there were too many barriers up for individual liberty to condemning too much individualism. These new conservatives were bitter towards the New Deal, and as Eisenhower wanted to continue the programs, they did not see him as one of them.