Sparta – The Activist History Review

by Editorial Board October 31, 2018 0

October 2018

Global Engagement at the United Nations: Lessons from Ancient Greece for our Modern Times

The present political moment in America is rife with irony. One example, revealing a battle for America’s soul, involves two speeches recently delivered at the opening of the 73rd United Nations General Assembly.

by Editorial Board April 7, 2017 1

April 2017

Trump as Alcibiades: Lessons in Demagoguery from Greek History

In 2017, America may again need to be mindful of both dangerous potential futures and telling ancient precedent. The surprising election of President Donald Trump brought historical precedent flowing back to the minds of many Americans.