Debating the 1960s Liberal, Conservative, and Radical Perspectives

Debating the 1960s explores the decade through the controversies between radicals, liberals, and conservatives. The focus is on four main areas of contention social welfare; civil rights; foreign relations; and social order. The book also examines the emergence of the New Left and the modern conservative movement. Combining analytical essays and historical documents, the book highlights the polarization of the era and assesses the enduring importance of the 1960s on contemporary American politics and society.Flamm, Michael W. is the author of 'Debating the 1960s Liberal, Conservative, and Radical Perspectives', published 2007 under ISBN 9780742522138 and ISBN 074252213X.