The postwar aspirations of the nation appeared to crest in the early Sixties.  Following John F. Kennedy's assassination, negativity seemed to pervade American life.  This shift is particularly notable by looking at the events of 1969.
 

Lyrics for Gimme Shelter, below.

 

After we review 1969, we will examine and evaluate President Nixon's first term.  Despite his downfall in his second term, Nixon had notable achievements.