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Change
North America
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Economic
From 1981 to 1987, federal spending almost doubled in the US. This led to budget deficits.
Political
"The Reagan Revolution" cut spending on food stamps, school lunch programs, and job programs in order to reduce welfare policies.
Eastern Europe
Social
Solidarity, a national trade union, was formed by Lech Wałesa. It was supported by the Roman Catholic Church and workers.
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Political
In 1988, Poland became the first government with free elections. This put an end to 45 years of communist rule.
Middle East
Social
Israel is seen as holy by three of the world's major religions. This causes conflict in the Middle East.
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Political
Muammar al-Qaddafi used military force against protesters. The UN intervened. Qaddafi was eventually killed and Libya help its first free election in since 1952.
South & Central America
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Economic
Programs have been created to help with challenges in Central America, such as income inequality.
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Western Europe
Social
In 1990, the Berlin Wall was torn down, which marked the end of the Cold War and the reunion of Germany.
Economic
European Union was formed. They gave Europe a common currency, the euro.
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South & Southeast Asia
Social
Religious differences between Hindus and Muslims caused conflict over Kashmir. Both groups advanced and started to test nuclear weapons, and called a cease-fire, since it led to an increased probability of war occurring.
Economic
India has moved towards a market based economy. It now has one of the fastest growing economies in the world.
Political
The Congress party was in total control of India until around 1990. New parties began t compete for control of central and state governments.
East Asia
Social
Population growth exploded due to the success of the new policies. Over-population started to occur and China enacted the one-child policy.
Economic
There has been an increase in job availability, and just an improvement of economy in general in China.
Political
Mao created the new Chinese government. This helped revolutionize the industries of agriculture and technology.
Africa
Social
Religion has lead to increasing conflict in Africa. AIDS has spread a lot in Africa and there is an increasing poverty rate.
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Political
Southern African countries are more stable, while northern African countries have less stable political problems.