The reform movement that affected South Carolina least during the 1800s was likely the temperance movement. The temperance movement focused on reducing or eliminating the consumption of alcohol, which was not a significant issue in South Carolina compared to other states during that period. South Carolina had a relatively small population of industrial workers who were more prone to alcohol abuse, unlike states with larger urban populations. In addition, the state had a strong tradition of agricultural and rural communities, where the consumption of alcohol was not as prevalent. Therefore, the temperance movement had less influence in South Carolina compared to other reform movements such as abolitionism or women's rights.
