The American Middle Class in the 80s and 90s
The 80s and 90s were the golden decades of the American middle class, marked by stability, purpose, and pride.
During this time, 12 key jobs contributed to a generation's sense of security, from factory floors to classrooms and truck routes.
These jobs provided predictable paychecks, pensions, and benefits, allowing individuals to own homes, send their kids to school, and enjoy summer vacations.
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, and many people were able to achieve a good standard of living without one.
Author's summary: The 80s and 90s defined the American middle class.
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