The gin epidemic in the eighteenth century has been compared by sociologists to the introduction of ________ in the twentieth century.

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The gin epidemic in the eighteenth century led to a rise in crime, poverty, and health problems, just as the introduction of crack cocaine in the twentieth century had a similar negative impact on society. Both substances were cheap and highly addictive, causing widespread harm.

The Gin Epidemic in the Eighteenth Century Has Been Compared