1. 25.3 American Society in a Conservative Age

2. Health Issues Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) Virus that destroys the immune system Began spreading throughout the world Early victims were homosexuals and intravenous drug users As the 1980s progressed the disease became more prominent

3. Abortion Legalized in 1973 (Roe v. Wade) “Pro-Life”-those who opposed legal abortion Argued that life began at conception “Pro-Choice”-those who were in favor legalized abortion Argued that reproductive choices were personal health-care matters

4. Drug Abuse 1980-only 10 U.S. cities reported serious gang problems 1990-the number grew to 125 U.S. cities “Just Say No”-Nancy Reagan’s anti-drug campaign