Change and advancement are imperceptive in everyday life in a substantial way throughout history, as we as a society have been consistently introduced to prejudices, ill-treatment, and a prominent need for refinement, which has further led to a progressing way of life with the undertones of blood loss and belligerence in order to receive an equal way of life for all who deserve it. All aspects of change, whether it be negative or positive, are transparent as the decade of the 60’s came into play, which has defined our standards of living in a such an illustrious way in which humane treatment has been put into law for all.
Many protests of the 1960’s derive from the voices of a need for change that can be dated back to 50’s as war and power …show more content…
Kennedy was elected president and was on the brink of a nuclear crisis. The potential arrival of a nuclear war brought about a new generation that was based on innovation and the disinclination of war involvement. (Albert Pg.14) In 1963, JFK was assassinated, and his successor President Johnson’s policies created an uproar of social change as the Vietnam war was brought into light. (Albert Pg.14) The Anti-War Movement was a popular protest movement in the 60’s consisting of those who strongly opposed of the Vietnam war and the war-time policies, which divided the country in half as there were Americans in favor of the war on communism, and those who wanted a more peaceful outlook. (Albert Pg.15) Many young people became very involved in politics as they began creating several committees to represent non-violent tactics, by organizing teach-ins. (Albert Pg.18) A psychedelic youth culture was formed as they believed in a more free way of life apart from any gender roles and expectations, but rather be free to divulge in their wants and needs to live a utopian lifestyle. (Albert Pg.19) Although minimal progress was made for the african american community, poverty and other social stigmas were still alive, which led to the creation of a more violent tactic on racism , Black Power and Panther Power, with an influential leader such a Malcolm X. (Albert Pg.22) The 60’s was a crucial time in which many groups for the equality of African Americans arose. The importance of this decade is immense as it has resulted into what is evident today, as the course of history has changed in a short period. Looking back in history, about 60 years ago, America was color coded as either black or white, and it was apparent what side was preferred. The result of a constant ongoing struggle for equality and humanity has resulted in a more liberated culture free of legal prejudice and
Many protests of the 1960’s derive from the voices of a need for change that can be dated back to 50’s as war and power …show more content…
Kennedy was elected president and was on the brink of a nuclear crisis. The potential arrival of a nuclear war brought about a new generation that was based on innovation and the disinclination of war involvement. (Albert Pg.14) In 1963, JFK was assassinated, and his successor President Johnson’s policies created an uproar of social change as the Vietnam war was brought into light. (Albert Pg.14) The Anti-War Movement was a popular protest movement in the 60’s consisting of those who strongly opposed of the Vietnam war and the war-time policies, which divided the country in half as there were Americans in favor of the war on communism, and those who wanted a more peaceful outlook. (Albert Pg.15) Many young people became very involved in politics as they began creating several committees to represent non-violent tactics, by organizing teach-ins. (Albert Pg.18) A psychedelic youth culture was formed as they believed in a more free way of life apart from any gender roles and expectations, but rather be free to divulge in their wants and needs to live a utopian lifestyle. (Albert Pg.19) Although minimal progress was made for the african american community, poverty and other social stigmas were still alive, which led to the creation of a more violent tactic on racism , Black Power and Panther Power, with an influential leader such a Malcolm X. (Albert Pg.22) The 60’s was a crucial time in which many groups for the equality of African Americans arose. The importance of this decade is immense as it has resulted into what is evident today, as the course of history has changed in a short period. Looking back in history, about 60 years ago, America was color coded as either black or white, and it was apparent what side was preferred. The result of a constant ongoing struggle for equality and humanity has resulted in a more liberated culture free of legal prejudice and