Quote by Aristotle

Both oligarch and tyrant mistrust the people, and therefore deprive them of their arms.


Both oligarch and tyrant mistrust the people, and therefore

Summary

This quote suggests that both oligarchs (a small ruling elite) and tyrants (oppressive rulers) harbor a lack of trust towards the people they govern. As a result, they implement policies that aim to disarm the population, denying them access to weapons. By disarming the citizens, these leaders seek to consolidate control and prevent any potential uprising or resistance against their rule. This view implies that both oligarchy and tyrannical regimes seek to weaken the power and agency of the people for their own self-preservation.

Topics

War
By Aristotle
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