Quote by Plato

Those who are too smart to engage in politics are punished by being governed by those who are dumber.

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Summary

This quote suggests that individuals who have the intelligence and knowledge to understand the complexities of politics often choose not to participate in it. However, the consequence of this disengagement is being ruled by individuals who may lack the same level of intellect and make uninformed or misguided decisions. Essentially, the quote highlights the importance of active engagement in politics to prevent governance by incompetent leaders.

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By Plato

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