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Where would be a better place to live: Ancient Athens or Sparta?
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Athenian politics encouraged the participation of every citizen, making Athens a better place to live than Sparta.
Pros
Cons
Pro claim 1, children below
Most of the levers of power in Sparta were inaccessible to the ordinary Spartan.
Pro claim 2, children below
Athenians created the first
democracy
, where citizens took an active role in their city's government.
Con claim 1, children below
The definition of Athenian citizenship was narrow, so many Athenians were not allowed to vote.
Con claim 2, children below
Athenian politics included the practice of
ostracism
. Thus, by living in Athens, one might fear for their security.