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Cleisthenes of ancient Athens is considered the founder of democracy
Cleisthenes - By setting up a constitution
Cleisthenes in 508 BCE.
Democracy
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Cleisthenes, Ephialtes, Pericles.
He initiated the first steps in introducing democracy in ancient Athens.
Cleisthenes' full name was Cleisthenes of Athens. He was a nobleman and is often referred to as the "Father of Athenian Democracy" due to his significant reforms in the political system of Athens around 508-507 BC. His changes laid the foundation for the development of democracy in the city-state.
Cleisthenes' famous quote dealt with the government doing what was best for the citizens. He was known to bring democracy to Athens.
It began with Cleisthenes establishing a popular assembly in 508 BCE.
Yes - he was a leader of Athens who started the first steps to democracy in that city.
Cleisthenes in 508 BCE when he introduced a regular assembly of the adult males in Athens.