The primary focus of the temperance movement was Restricting alcohol consumption.

Emerging in the early 19th century, the movement aimed to combat the social issues associated with alcohol abuse, including crime, domestic violence, and health problems. Advocates, often motivated by moral and religious beliefs, sought to promote moderation or complete abstinence from alcohol. The movement gained significant traction, leading to the passage of the 18th Amendment in 1919, which prohibited the manufacture and sale of alcohol. Although prohibition ultimately failed, the temperance movement played a crucial role in shaping American social policies.