The American Middle Class in the 80s and 90s
The 80s and 90s were the golden decades of the American middle class, characterized by stability, purpose, and pride.
During this time, 12 key jobs contributed to a generation's sense of security and comfort, including those on factory floors, in classrooms, and on truck routes.
Before the internet rewired our lives and “remote work” became a phrase, there was a kind of stability—one built on predictable paychecks, pensions, and lunch breaks in plastic-chaired cafeterias.
A college degree was not the only path to a comfortable life; individuals could own a house, send their kids to school, and enjoy a summer road trip in their Buick or minivan.
Author's summary: The 80s and 90s defined American middle class stability.
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