From American Psycho to Donald Trump: How yuppies shaped US politics
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Yuppies, Reagan, and Modern Politics
This chapter examines the rise of yuppies in the 1980s as young urban professionals driven by careerism and materialism, contrasting their values with those of the previous hippie generation. It connects this cultural shift to the political landscape of the era, particularly the impact of Reagan's policies and the evolution of Republican ideologies leading to the Trump era. The discussion highlights the enduring influence of yuppie ideals and the complexities of wealth perception in contemporary society.
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