POL113H5 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Aristocracy, Populism
14 Dec 2019
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Ruled by one in the interest of all. Ruled by one in the interest of one. Ruled by the few in the interest of all. Ruled by the few in the interest of one. Ruled by the many (the majority) in the interest of all. Ruled by the many (who aren"t talented) in the interest of one. People in aristocracies have talent to rule. Ruled by the many in the interest of many who are poor. Aristotle says best practical regime (in reality) A blend of monarchy, aristocracy, oligarchy, and democracy. No one should be forced/barred not to participate. Aristotle gives a little bit to everyone but no one should be able to overpower each other. They are in a way forced to cooperate in their mutual interests. There are certain things no one is allowed to do. Populism: eliminate barriers/institutions between leader and the people.
