A man gives a speech stating that prohibition is a colossal failure.

The video discusses the failure of national prohibition in the U.S., highlighting increased crime, widespread bootlegging, and non-observance of the law. It also covers the rise in alcoholism and corruption during this period, marking it as a unique era in American history.

In what ways did the text describe the failure of prohibition?

Discuss the impact of alcoholism during the prohibition era as described in the text.