<span>Based on Tom's behavior in “The Devil and Tom Walker,” Irving likely supported C. abolitionists. He certainly didn't support Salem witches, even though the story is sort of supernatural. He was against slavery, and money-lenders as well. </span>
In older times, women were content with their rights, in the more present days, they want newer rights and to be equal. D and A are only relevant in certain times. hope this helps :)
