The main focus of the temperance movement was to reduce or eliminate alcohol consumption due to its perceived negative effects on society, including crime, family issues, and health problems. This movement culminated in the Prohibition era (1920-1933) when the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcohol were banned in the United States through the 18th Amendment. Prohibition aimed to create a more moral and productive society but ultimately led to widespread illegal activities, organized crime, and a public backlash that contributed to its repeal. Both movements reflected broader social reform efforts and concerns about morality and public welfare during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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