Pericles of Athens and the Dangers of Democracy
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Though most often the object of praise by moderns, Pericles attracted significant criticism in antiquity. Loren J. Samons believes that a careful study of Pericles’ career offers potential lessons for the contemporary world, particularly about the dangers presented by elections and by faith in democratic government.
Though most often the object of praise by moderns, Pericles attracted significant criticism in antiquity. Loren J. Samons believes that a careful study of Pericles’ career offers potential lessons for the contemporary world, particularly about the dangers presented by elections and by faith in democratic government.
