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A Nation of Hypocrites

Conclusion. The factors that led to the end of prohibition are detailed, as the criminalization of alcohol feeds large profits into the coffers of criminal organizations and turns such gangsters as Al Capone into celebrities. Wealthy Pauline Sabin encourages the repeal of the 18th Amendment; and brings together women from all classes who support her position. The 21st Amendment, which repeals the 18th, is adopted after FDR's 1932 election and by late 1933 people can again legally buy drinks.

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  • Originally Aired October 4, 2011
  • Runtime 120 minutes
  • Network PBS
  • Notes Is the series finale
  • Created May 7, 2013 by
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  • Modified January 1, 2023 by
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Name Type Role
Geoffrey C. Ward Writer
Oliver Platt Guest Star
Philip Bosco Guest Star
Campbell Scott Guest Star
Patricia Clarkson Guest Star
Joanne Tucker Guest Star
Peter Coyote Guest Star
Samuel L. Jackson Guest Star
Sam Waterston Guest Star
Pete Hamill Guest Star
John Lithgow Guest Star
Adam Arkin Guest Star
Ken Burns, Lynn Novick Director