Athenian democracy was very limited [...] twice as many slaves as citizens, and no woman or foreigner had citizenship rights. But for those who were included, this nascent democracy had extraordinary implications, undercutting the ability of aristocratic families #StephanieCoontz

Athenian democracy was very limited [...] twice as many slaves as citizens, and no woman or foreigner had citizenship rights. But for those who were included, this nascent democracy had extraordinary implications, undercutting the ability of aristocratic families #StephanieCoontz

— English Quotes (@english_quotes) Jan 31, 2024