This was much different than the government prior to Pericles because political roles were only held by those who met the requirements of "birth and wealth " (Excerpts From Aristotle, The Athenian Constitution). ... For example: foreigners, women, and slaves were not allowed to vote in Athens (Hunt). ...
-Aristotle Democracy: a form of government that makes political decisions directly exercised by the whole body of citizens, under procedures of majority rule. ... Aristotle represents "tyranny in Politics as a "perversion" that serves the personal advantages of the ruler alone, or a "despotic monarchy of the political community" or a, "despotic rule conducted according to the ruler's personal judgement."" ... Aristotle proves the difference between old forms of government and the new democracy in his writing in Politics.(1279b34-80a4) "The argument seems to show that a number of the gover...
The ancient civilization of Greece is studied and remembered for its remarkable history that laid the foundation for unique cultures to sweep over the land from Asia to the western end of the Mediterranean Sea (Olympic). This ancient civilization's history is recollected for its amazing feats and no...
