Socrates’ student Plato’s quote of the day: “One of the penalties for refusing to take part in politics is…” – A powerful warning about political apathy, civic responsibility and the consequences of silence | World News
Staying away from politics can feel like opting out entirely, but decisions keep being made no matter who makes them. Plato gave this trap a name directly. “One of the penalties for refusing to participate in politics is that you end up being ruled by your subordinates,” reads a popular version. Refusing to participate rarely … Read more