Pericles of Athens and the Dangers of Democracy - Loren J. Samons

October 24, 2016
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.
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