prohibition party
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A specific U.S. political party: The Prohibition Party is a minor political party in the United States, historically significant for its single-issue platform. It was founded in 1869 with the primary goal of advocating for laws to ban the manufacture, sale, and transport of alcoholic beverages.
Usage
- The term "Prohibition Party" is used as the official name of the political organization. It is always capitalized.
- It is used to refer to the party's historical role, its candidates, or its platform.
Examples
- Proper noun:
- The Prohibition Party has nominated a candidate for president in every election since 1872.
- Historians study the influence of the Prohibition Party on the eventual passage of the 18th Amendment.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: The term is often used in discussions about American political history, temperance movements, and the era of Prohibition (1920-1933).
- While the Prohibition Party never won a national election, its advocacy kept the temperance issue in the political spotlight.
Variants and Related Words
- Prohibitionist (noun): A supporter or member of the Prohibition Party or, more generally, a person who advocates for the prohibition of alcohol.
- The prohibitionist campaigned door-to-door for the party's candidate.
Synonyms
- Temperance party: This is a descriptive synonym highlighting the party's core issue, though "Prohibition Party" is the official name.
Different Meanings
- This term refers specifically to the named political party. It should not be confused with:
- The general concept of "prohibition" (a ban).
- The historical period of "Prohibition" in the U.S. (1920-1933), although the party is directly related to this era.
- Other political parties with different platforms.
Noun
- a political party in the United States; formed in 1869 to oppose the manufacture and sale of alcoholic beverages