Debate on Democracy A. Aristocracy vs. Common People 1. Cleon as a horrible example. Freedom of speech and thus attacks on the public figures. B. Politicians and Motivations 1. Pericles currying favor by his building projects and imperialism.
People tend to follow the leader.
C. Defects of Athenian Democracy 1. Foreigners, slaves, women excluded. The Delian League 1. Defensive alliance against Persia.