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

In the time of 1825-1850, United States officials and activists sought to expand the democratic ideals in which the country was founded. Activists such as Elizabeth Cady Stanton as well as many other women pushed for the right to vote, stating that both men and women were created equal, and women should be given the right to vote, for it was the democratic action to take. Other activists began to create democratic reforms as well, …

…can clearly be shown in the movement led by Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia Mott. In the period from 1825-1850, a majority of the reform movements in the United States sought to expand democratic ideals. However, although many triumphed, many had to face obstacles set others back. In conclusion, however many setbacks and "nativists" who tried to hold back these democratic reforms, the movements of 1825-1850 reinforced the democratic ideals which hold our nation today.