<span>They said that in a democratic society, there should be opportunity for those who can't afford private school tuition, and education regardless of social status is essential so that people can better participate in the democratic process. Also, a more educated citizenry would help make a stronger more successful country as well as improve the status of individuals.</span>
Option "C", The decision in Plessy v. Ferguson (1896)
Explanation:
This Supreme Court case is famous for the doctrine known as "separate but equal", in which public facilities would remain segregated just as long as the segregated facilities were equal in quality.
