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1970s nostalgia and the impact of the decade
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Apr 6, 2015
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1970s nostalgia and the impact of the decade
Social observer David Frum thinks the often-maligned decade marked a critical turning point in our culture.
Entertainer Sammy Davis, Jr., is shown with actor Carroll O'Connor during rehearsals for an upcoming episode of the comedy series "All In The Family," Feb. 18, 1972 in Los Angeles. In this episode, Archie, played by O'Connor, is moonlighting as a cabbie when he picks up Sammy Davis Jr., who plays himself. (AP Photo)
Entertainer Sammy Davis, Jr., is shown with actor Carroll O'Connor during rehearsals for an upcoming episode of the comedy series "All In The Family," Feb. 18, 1972 in Los Angeles. In this episode, Archie, played by O'Connor, is moonlighting as a cabbie when he picks up Sammy Davis Jr., who plays himself. (AP Photo)
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Social observer David Frum thinks the often-maligned decade marked a critical turning point in our culture.

The 1970s brought the end of the Vietnam War, Watergate and the "energy crisis."

The decade also introduced us to new technologies - everything from microwave ovens to in-vitro fertilization.

But what do most of us remember about the 70s? Disco, water beds, big hair and mood rings.

At least one social observer thinks the often-maligned decade marked a critical turning point in our culture. David Frum, senior editor at The Atlantic, and he's the author of "How We Got Here: The 70s - The Decade that Brought You Modern Life - For Better or For Worse," talks about the impact of the 1970s.