Brewing Patriotism
The brewing industry cleverly positions beer as a patriotic beverage, essential for the hardworking American. As the conversation around alcohol shifts from emotional to scientific, brewers advocate for lager as a means to reduce drunkenness and boost morale. Meanwhile, the temperance movement faces internal conflicts, revealing the complexities of social issues like women's suffrage intertwined with alcohol reform.In this clip
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157: Temperance, Prohibition, and the Path to the 18th Amendment
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