Documentarian Ken Burns on the 18th Amendment

This video originally aired on Tuesday, October 4, 2011.

About This Video

Ken Burns talked about his latest PBS film series Prohibition, and he responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Topics included the film's parallels to contemporary debate over the role of government and overall political discourse, the political process and history of passing the 18th Amendment, and the impact of its repeal.

 

Keywords

Courts & Judicial Process, Constitution, Health & Welfare, Drug Policy, Drug Abuse, Social Policy

Related Subjects/Topics

  • U.S. Constitution
  • Civil Liberties
  • U.S. History

Speakers

  • Documentarian Ken Burns