Hardcore Punk in the Age of Reagan: The Lyrical Lashing of an American PresidencyFew politicians produced the musical reaction that Ronald Reagan did. His California branded conservatism inspired countless young people to pick up guitars and thrash out their political angst. Punk bands across the United States took aim at the man, his presidency, and the idea of America he was selling to voters nationwide. Small yet vibrant scenes across the country emerged to challenge the communal norms and social values projected on them by the