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"Reform movements in the U.S. sought to expand democratic ideals." Assess the validity of this statement with specific reference to the years 1825-1850.

The period between 1825 to 1850 was one of high aspirations and hopes for change. The ideals of reform attempted to right many of the social injustices that persisted in American society during this time. While these movements made significant gains toward expanding democratic ideals, they fell short in many areas. Among the most powerful catalysts for change were the groups advocating for the rights women and African Americans, the disenfranchised white citizenry and other social misfits.
While the anti-slavery movement on behalf of blacks came to dominate social political thought in the years immediately before the Civil War, the movement first began as an extension, even partner, in the early women's rights movement. Women themselves had begun pushing for change earlier, but by the 1830's and 1840's the movement was......

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