What to groups led the fight to start prohibition what was their rationale?

The fight to start Prohibition was primarily led by the Women's Christian Temperance Union (WCTU) and the Anti-Saloon League. Their rationale centered on the belief that alcohol was a major cause of social problems, including domestic violence, poverty, and crime. They argued that banning alcohol would promote public health, moral integrity, and family stability. Additionally, these groups framed Prohibition as a way to protect women and children from the negative impacts of alcohol consumption.