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Apple II Computer Introduced
The Apple II was introduced to the public, which was the first microcomputer produced in bulk. It eventually lead to the computers today. -
Ronald Reagan Enters Presidency
Ronald Reagan, the 40th President of the United States, entered office. He was a Republican who valued minimal government intervention and was also strongly anti-Soviet. -
Reagan Assassination Attempt
John Hinckley Jr. attempted to assassinate Ronald Reagan, hitting with his final shot. Reagan's heart was almost hit, but the bullet stopped right before it reached his heart. Reagan lived out the rest of his term. -
Boland Amendment Signed
The Boland Amendment, which prevented the United States Government from aiding the Contras, was passed by the House of Representatives in a decisive 411-0 vote. It was signed by Reagan shortly after. -
Tax Reform Act of 1986
This was a bipartisan tax bill that removed numerous loopholes while lowering the top corporate tax rate and top income tax rate. The federal government's total budget was not changed significantly by the act. -
NAFTA Effective
NAFTA, the North American Free Trade Agreement, created a free trade zone consisting of Canada, Mexico, and the United States. -
Monica Lewinsky Scandal
Bill Clinton was nearly impeached on account of perjury, having claimed not to have relations with Monica Lewinsky. This was proven false via DNA evidence. Many Democrats acquitted Clinton, and as a result, he was not impeached. -
9/11
On 9/11, Al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked planes and used them against strategic locations in the United States. Most notoriously, the Twin Towers were hit and collapsed, killing many.