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Philosopher Kings and the Ideal Society

Published on Jul 15, 2017

A presentation concerning how Plato's suggestion that philosopher kings rule society is wrong.

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Philosopher Kings and Why Plato's Wrong

By Jake Froese
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Laborers/artisans
Military police
Philosopher kings

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The Laborers/artisans
(unable to philosophize)

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Military Police
(somewhat able to philosophize)

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Philosopher Kings
(able to philosophize)

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Eugenic Reproductive Lottery

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Philosopher kings should not rule.

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Missing practical experience

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Absolute Power

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"Non-philosophers need not apply"

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Plato is mistaken

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Thanks for Watching

Jake Froese