Primus Pilus Posted March 29, 2005 Report Share Posted March 29, 2005 Hi Primus Pilus - is it safe to say that if you had been a plebian, say a merchant or slave trader, you'd have sided with the populares ? Difficult to say for certain, especially with those examples. (There is the possibility that those trades would benefit directly from Optimate administration). If one occupied an even lower station in ancient Rome, such as a general laborer, I'd suspect he would lean towards the populares, but again this depends on one's personal convictions. However, history has shown us that the 'lower classes' or the mob supported the populares in massive numbers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P.Clodius Posted March 29, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 29, 2005 As long as those in power refuse to/cannot distance themselves from corruption these issue will always be at the forefront. And it isn't about right vs. left etc... Its about right vs. wrong. For the most part those who are currently part of the Washington DC/Federal oligarchy DO NOT represent me in any way, shape, or form. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatboy Posted March 29, 2005 Report Share Posted March 29, 2005 Well, I voted for Moderate Populares, cos I'm a slight lefty. Most of the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primus Pilus Posted March 29, 2005 Report Share Posted March 29, 2005 Ahh the beauty of politics... Let's keep this discussion related to the Romans and not cloud it with modern debate. As always, if anyone wishes to discuss modern politics, feel free to open a new topic in the After Hours lounge Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P.Clodius Posted March 29, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 29, 2005 Sry, will do! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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