60-Second Civics: Episode 5217, Classical Republicanism: Ideas that Informed the American Founders, Part 14
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The American Founders had read a great deal about the ideals and practices of ancient Greek and Roman city-states and the thinkers of classical antiquity. They were familiar with classical republicanism, which emphasized civic participation and the responsibility of citizens for the well-being of country.
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60-Second Civics: Episode 5217, Classical Republicanism: Ideas that Informed the American Founders, Part 14