How did reform movements in the united states seek to expand democratic ideals?

Question

during the years 1825-1850? any sort of facts or input is greatly appreciated =]

Answer 1

The Second Great Awakening

Age of Reform - Most reforms driven by evangelical religion (Second Great Awakening).

a. Abolition of slavery (overshadowed all other reform movements)

b. Temperance

c. Women’s rights

d. Education reform

e. Ending war

f. Conditions for the mentally ill

g. Prison reform -- Push for reformatories rather than punitive

institutions

h. Ending imprisonment for debt

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