Quote by Plato

Dictatorship naturally arises out of democracy, and the most aggravated form of tyranny and slavery out of the most extreme liberty.

Dictatorship naturally arises out of democracy, and the most

Summary

This quote suggests that democracy can ultimately lead to dictatorship, and extreme liberty can result in severe forms of tyranny and slavery. It implies that the very principles and freedoms that allow for democracy and liberty can be manipulated or abused, leading to oppressive systems of government. It serves as a warning that unchecked democracy and unlimited liberty may have unintended consequences and can potentially give rise to repressive regimes.

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Liberty Slavery Extremes

By Plato

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