1. Patriot Games A new birth of freedom…?

2. James Carter 1977 - 1981 - Economic downturn - 1976: Carter promises a new and fresh approach to governing. - 1973: Oil shock (prices go up) - 1978: Camp David: Peace Settlement between Egypt and Israel - 1979: Iran Revolution - US diplomats taken hostage in Teheran 1979: Soviets occupy Afghanistan – Carter begins military buildup

3. Ronald Reagan 1981 - 1989 Believed in economic freedom Family values Fight against crime Restrict homosexual behavior Opposition to abortion and ERA Revived the space program Soviet Union = Evil Empire The defense budget was increased dramatically peace through strength” Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI) (Star Wars) Operation Able Archer 83 Renewed talks with Soviet Union

4. George H.W. Bush 1989 - 1993 o “Read my lips. No new taxes” o dramatically cut the number of U.S. troops stationed in Europe o In July 1991, Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty, calling for massive cuts in the nuclear arsenal

5. William Clinton 1993 - 2000 “America, to endure, must change … change to preserve America’s ideals – life, liberty, the pursuit of happiness. Though we march to the music of our time, our mission is timeless.”

6. George W. Bush Historic significance? New Age of Patriotism