Democracy is not the only form of government that allows every person's voice to be heard, as evidenced by the limitations of ancient Athenian democracy. While Pericles expanded Athenian democracy in the 5th century BC, giving more citizens the right to vote and participate in government, many groups like women and slaves were still excluded from political participation and having their voices heard.
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2. DO NOW
To what extent do you agree with the following
statement, be sure to support your position with
specific, concrete evidence. There is no right/wrong
answer.
1. Not at All
2. Somewhat
3. Totally
Democracy is the only form of
government that allows every persons
voice to be heard.