1. Socrates
Aristotle's assertion about weakness of will, where in certain situations the moral issue is recognised but accompanied by the failure to apply it further serves to invalidate the Socratic argument. ... He then says he never entered into a career in politics because "I should long ago have lost my life" (31d-32a). ... Participation in any political structure is vital if results of significance are required. Politics is the driving force of most economic and social reform. ... His argument to avoid politics is questionable and leaves no room for group or individual participation. ...
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