Socrates
Socrates
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Socrates was critical of democracy because he believed that it could be easily manipulated by demagogues and lead to unjust decision-making. He was also concerned about the influence of majority opinion over truth and reason.
Because it persacuted his teacher, Socrates. Also he came from a household that looked down upon democracy. His ideal government was a small group of wise leaders.
It made him question democracy
The death of Socrates had a profound impact on Plato, who was his student and friend. It inspired Plato to delve deeper into philosophical and ethical inquiries, leading him to establish his own philosophical school, the Academy. Plato's works often reflect and honor Socrates's teachings and legacy.
ancient greece
cleithenes introduced democracy in ancient Athens
Socrates was critical of democracy, as he believed it could lead to rule by the unqualified majority. Plato was also critical of democracy, preferring a philosopher-king ruling society in his ideal Republic. Aristotle had a more nuanced view, seeing democracy as a potentially good system if structured correctly to prevent mob rule and uphold the rule of law.
he refused to escape from prison