Plato's Enduring Warning: The Price of Indifference in Public Affairs

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Plato's quote, "The price good men pay for indifference to public affairs is to be ruled by evil men," remains relevant today, warning about the consequences of disengagement from public life, extending beyond politics to personal responsibility and the impact of silence on societal outcomes.

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