1980’s. Status symbols such as yachts, expensive watches, and luxury cars became important The economy went from recession to booming in 1983 Period.
1980-present. * Ronald Reagan (R) 1981 - 1989 * George H. W. Bush (R) 1989 - 1993 * William J. Clinton (D) 1993 - 2001 * George W. Bush (R) 2001 - 2009.