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An imbalance between rich and poor is the oldest and most fatal ailment of all republics
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"An imbalance between rich and poor is the oldest and most fatal ailment of all republics"

- Plutarch

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Plutarch's quote speaks with the significance of financial equality in a republic. He suggests that an imbalance in between the abundant and the bad is the most hazardous and enduring problem that a republic can deal with. This is since when the wealthy have excessive power, they can utilize it to oppress the poor and produce an unequal society. This can lead to a lack of rely on the government and a lack of faith in the democratic procedure. In addition, it can cause civil discontent and even transformation. Plutarch's quote is a warning to republics to ensure that financial equality is preserved in order to avoid the most fatal ailment of all republics.

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Plutarch This quote is written / told by Plutarch between 46 AC and 119 AC. He was a famous Philosopher from Greece. The author also have 35 other quotes.

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