“Our plan of government favors the many instead of the few; that is why it is called a democracy (Document 3). Pericles was a wise and able statesman that led Athens during its golden age. He introduced direct democracy to Athens. In document 3, “As for social standing, advancement is open to everyone, according to ability...” Pericles describes democracy where everyone had an equal opportunity to advance and serve their country. However, everyone was also expected to participate in civic affairs regardless of their social position. Democracy has spread
“Our plan of government favors the many instead of the few; that is why it is called a democracy (Document 3). Pericles was a wise and able statesman that led Athens during its golden age. He introduced direct democracy to Athens. In document 3, “As for social standing, advancement is open to everyone, according to ability...” Pericles describes democracy where everyone had an equal opportunity to advance and serve their country. However, everyone was also expected to participate in civic affairs regardless of their social position. Democracy has spread