A look back at what Americans have considered "cool" in past decades, including the people, places and things that define this ubiquitous, amorphous word and how the battle for "cool" has th... Read allA look back at what Americans have considered "cool" in past decades, including the people, places and things that define this ubiquitous, amorphous word and how the battle for "cool" has the power to create rivalries and elevate cultural icons.A look back at what Americans have considered "cool" in past decades, including the people, places and things that define this ubiquitous, amorphous word and how the battle for "cool" has the power to create rivalries and elevate cultural icons.