What nickname was given to Prohibition opponents like Smith?
"Wets"
"Drys"
"Soaks"
"Leaks"
Answer
Prohibition opponents were nicknamed "Wets" because they opposed the prohibition of alcohol. The term "wet" was used to describe someone who was in favor of drinking alcohol, while the term "dry" was used to describe someone who was in favor of prohibition.
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