How would an Athenian of the 5th Century BCE criticize our present-day representative democracy?
An Athenian of the 5th Century BCE would criticize our present-day representative democracy by saying our democracy does not give the common man enough power. To have any power in our current democracy you must be a politician and win elections. It takes much time and effort. Few common men and women have the time and patience to do such a thing. Athenians were randomly chosen and given power. Any man could represent his village. Not the case n our current democracy. Also Athenians biggest terms were 2 years. Currently our biggest terms are 6 years (not counting judges who serve for life). The Athenians would criticize us because in their opinion it would be very easy for a politician to abuse their power, and keep it for those 6 years.
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