Never discourage anyone who continually makes progress, no matter how slow... even if that someone is yourself!
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The penalty that good men pay for not being interested in politics is to be governed by men worse than themselves.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Good people who ignore politics end up being ruled by worse individuals.
This quote by Plato suggests that when virtuous individuals turn a blind eye to political affairs, they inadvertently allow less scrupulous individuals to seize power and govern. It serves as a warning that engagement in politics is essential for ensuring that those in leadership positions uphold moral and ethical standards.
Themes
PoliticsMoralityGovernanceEngagementLeadership
In practice
Example use cases
In a civic engagement workshop, one might use this quote to emphasize the importance of participating in local politics.
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