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Early on, they had started out as a monarchy. That quickly dissolved as oligarchy (two or more rulers) became popular in Greece. But some city-states became overrun with tyranny and were ruled by false leaders who claimed to help the needy, and usually rose to power by illegal means. Finally, as Greece progressed, tyranny was overthrown, and democracy became the new form of government, as it still is today. People ruled and made decisions. There was a meeting held in Athens, which every adult male, rich or poor, could attend. Although thousands could attend, most wouldn't show up, leaving politics to the professionals. Ones who did voted on who became the new statesman, or senator. They passed laws that the public could agree or disagree on.

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