Socrates Noted That People Want and Rely on Experts in Most

question 29

Short Answer

Socrates noted that people want and rely on experts in most aspects of their lives. For instance, most people hire trained plumbers, auto mechanics, financial advisors, and medical doctors. Why should politics, a subject that involves trillions of dollars, the public welfare, and issues of war and peace, be left to a majority of whoever shows up on Election Day? Why not rely on experts in areas of politics and governance?

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Definitions:

Diversity

Describes the inclusion of individuals from a wide range of social, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds in a group or organization.

Individual Differences

Variations among individuals in their behavior, emotional processes, and psychological characteristics.

English-sounding Names

Names that are perceived to be typical or originating from English-speaking countries, often discussed in studies of bias and social perceptions.

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