What's Wrong with Philosopher Kings or Presidents
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What's Wrong with Philosopher Kings or Presidents
The idea of a philosopher as a political leader seems a little archaic perhaps but is there a reason why philosophers seldom seem to make it very far in politics, other than perhaps being less likely to be swayed by bribes and prejudices? Are they too indecisive where expedient and decisive choices are required? Has the world given up on pious people? Do we now deliberately only seek corrupt people for political positions, especially the highest ones?
Re: What's Wrong with Philosopher Kings or Presidents
No it's the other way around. The process for getting elected, selects against honest candidates.Gary Childress wrote: ↑Sun Oct 29, 2023 5:51 pm The idea of a philosopher as a political leader seems a little archaic perhaps but is there a reason why philosophers seldom seem to make it very far in politics, other than perhaps being less likely to be swayed by bribes and prejudices? Are they too indecisive where expedient and decisive choices are required? Has the world given up on pious people? Do we now deliberately only seek corrupt people for political positions, especially the highest ones?