In 1957 the show Leave It to Beaver was released. Leave It to Beaver portrayed the "perfect" homelife, hardworking father, reliable older brother, pesky little brother, and a housewife/mother. There is distinct role playing in this TV show. Every morning breakfast is had, and Ward in, his suit with breifcase in hand, leaves for work. This show that the male is the "bread winner" going to work while the woman stays home. June Cleaver would stay home in her dress, pearls, and apron and cook. This sets up the role of the "homemaker" keepin the house under control and always having a hot meal on the table when the man comes home from his long day at work. Leave It to Beaver continued for some time, all the while Ward bringing home the bacon and June cooking it.
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