Why did Horace Mann feel that reforming the American educational system was important

A) it would help attain better jobs
B) it would help the fight to end slavery
C) it would help in the fight for gender equity
D) it would help people become better Christians

B) it would help the fight to end slavery

C) it would help in the fight for gender equity
D) it would help people become better Christians

Horace Mann believed that reforming the American educational system was important because he saw education as a means to address various social issues and promote equality. He believed that an educated society would be better equipped to fight against slavery, advocate for gender equity, and promote moral values, including Christianity.