Causes Quote by Aristotle
“To let them share in the highest offices is to take a risk; inevitably, their unjust standards will cause them to commit injustice, and their lack of judgement will lead them into error. On the other hand there is a risk in not giving them a share, and in their non participation, for when there are many who have no property and no honours they inevitably constitute a huge hostile element in the state. But it can still remain open to them to participate in deliberating and judging.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Politics, Book III, 4th century BC
Balancing inclusion of the poor in governance: inclusion them risk injustice, but exclusion creates hostility; open participation mitigates extremes.
In simple terms: Including the poor can cause bias, yet excluding them creates unrest; allow participation.
Key Takeaway
Allow broader involvement while safeguarding fairness.
Themes
politics
justice
inclusion
risk
social stability
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
philosophical
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- legislative bodies
- community councils
- public policy design
- social welfare programs
Key Concepts
Aristotelian ethics
social contract
governance
class dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions ensure fair judgment from all participants?
- What safeguards prevent misuse of power by any class?
A Different Perspective
Risk of corruption if the poor lack education; elite resistance to sharing power.
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