To focus primarily, for a moment, on class struggle, would be the best way to begin the description of the utopia that reformers had in mind. Following the industrial revolution, three classes of people were born. The first being the wealthiest in the country, the upper class, included entrepreneurs and corporate leaders. Secondly w

Secondly, focusing on social reform rather than the latter, economical, many reformers saw those of a lower social status beginning to worship false gods in order either escape the harsh realities of their lifestyle or to make some extra money. Large rings of prostitution, and gambling arose, which were regarded by reformers as morally disgusting. Many others turned towards drinking, again using it as an escape. Each of these things demoralized religion and attendance in church, which reformers believed to have a great affect on society. However, they also believed that if something were done in order to improve the lifestyle of those people supporting these practices, then it would no longer exist. The onus was then placed back on the government for not assisting the people of unfortunate status so that these acts of immorality could be stopped. The reformers ideal society would be one where the temptation of immoral practices, such as the ones mentioned above, would not exist because people would not require escapes from the harshness of their lifestyle, nor be indulging in acts of desperations in order to improve their lifestyle.

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