Blog Post 1

               In the lecture on Aristotle’s theories, what intrigued me most was when Aristotle arguement against Plato’s definition of an oligarchy and democracy government being ruled by few and many, however ‘since the few are almost always the wealthy, and the poor are many, Aristotle argues for an economic definition of these ideas: oligarchy is rule by the rich, and democracy is rule by the poor.’ I agree with this claim because I can relate to this and I know many others who aren’t wealthy or have an abundance in currency can agree too. Aristotle’s theory influences today’s political and economic layout, because we the people participate and have a voice in our leaders, presidents, mayors and senetors. We, the majority have the right to vote for representation in the office. If this wasn’t possible we would have presidents who favor the wealthy class, the wealthy would be exempt from paying taxes. I agree that the class struggle is permanent and we can only contain it, it is hardly ever that majority miraculously become wealthy. That’s why there are so many programs today to help the middle class such SNAP/food stamps/WIC, Medicaid, welfare, financial aid, and housing assistance. Without Aristotle’s contribution to government, our society would suffer.