Routledge - The 1980 Presidential Election Book

Explore a turning point in American history with this detailed study of the 1980 presidential election. This book examines how Ronald Reagan's victory changed the political landscape and helped build the American conservative movement. Readers will learn about the evolution of Reagan from a New Deal supporter to a leader who united anti-communism, social traditionalism, and libertarianism under the Republican Party. The text investigates how these diverse conservative views became connected during a period of significant change. This volume also looks at the broader historical context, including how the civil rights movement reshaped the dynamics of the Democratic and Republican parties. It is an essential read for anyone interested in political leadership and the historical shifts that defined modern American politics.