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Plato's Interpretation of Justice
Plato believes that justice is essential to society's well being. Yet, he believes that most people in society would rather be unjust and be viewed as just. This is because man feels that he has more to gain by defying the law. Often, man does not attempt to risk breaking the law because he fears paying the penalty for his wrongdoing. Plato discusses how it is difficult to prevent the common …showed first 75 words of 1059 total…
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…showed last 75 words of 1059 total…the only way to achieve justice is to choose a leader according to his medals. In forming this aristocracy, Plato has formulated a system in which justice will prevail. Instead of allowing society the responsibility to dictate who will govern it, Plato creates a system where the immoral and unjust will be prevented from ruling. In short, Plato ascertains that justice is only conceivable in a society governed by a leader with golden characteristics.
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