Prohibition Party

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Prohibition Party is a political organization of the United States. Its major purpose is to prevent the use of alcoholic beverages in the country. The party was organized in 1869. It began immediately to present candidates for state and local elections. In 1872, it nominated candidates for president and vice president.

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