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Was Life Easier in the Fifties?

The Political Orphanage

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A Comparison of Household Food Budgets and Dining Habits in the 1950s vs Modern America

This chapter delves into the stark differences in household food budgets between the 1950s and present-day America, showcasing the evolution of food costs and dining preferences. It explores how families allocated a larger portion of their budget to food in the 1950s and how dining habits have shifted towards more eating out in modern times.

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