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Where would be a better place to live: Ancient Athens or Sparta?
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The definition of Athenian citizenship was narrow, so many Athenians were not allowed to vote.
Pros
Cons
Pro claim 1, children below
Slaves, women, males who were not yet adults, and 'metics' (foreigners living in the city with certain privileges) were not considered
citizens
, so they could not vote.
Pro claim 2
In ancient Athens, women were not considered citizens, and their rights were very limited.
Con claim 1
It was still unique at the time for citizens to have a say in political affairs without having to be rich or powerful.