Democratic leadership 101: Back to Athens and down to Botswana

Many years ago I was taught that democracy was born in the Greek City State of 'Athens' which was ruled by leaders who were elected regularly by the people. Athens was contrasted to the other famous Greek City State of Sparta whose governance was exercised by Kings possessing divine right until death.

Sparta's governance philosophy was centred on obedience and war. Whilst in Athens individuals enjoyed making choices and were provided with opportunities for education and for creativity, in Sparta all boys were forced into the military duty and girls were moulded to be mothers of warriors.

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Women unite for progress

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