Former New York Governor Al Smith reacts to the repeal of Prohibition

The transcript discusses the final repeal of the prohibition amendment, highlighting the difficulty in estimating the benefits that this repeal will bring to the country. It emphasizes the importance of the lessons taught to future generations to ensure that such matters are not made subjects of federal constitutional law again.

What was the final outcome regarding the prohibition amendment?

Why might it be difficult to estimate the benefits of the repeal?

What lesson is suggested to be taught to future generations?

What is implied about the role of citizens regarding federal constitutional law?

What does the text suggest about the subject of federal constitutional law?