Why Socrates Hated Democracy

We’re used to thinking hugely well of democracy. But interestingly, one of the wisest people who ever lived, Socrates, had deep suspicions of it. For gifts and more from The School of Life, visit our online shop: Join our exclusive mailing list: Or visit us in person at our London HQ: Download our App: FURTHER READING “We are used to thinking very highly of democracy – and by extension, of Ancient Athens, the ci