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Plato

Nothing can be more absurd than the practice that prevails in our country of men and women not following the same pursuits with all their strengths and with one mind, for thus, the state instead of being whole is reduced to half.

Plato

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Understanding this quote AI Analysis

Plato is criticizing the idea that men and women should do different things, arguing that when they don't work together fully and with shared focus, the society loses its full potential. He believes that dividing their efforts weakens the state, making it less complete and effective.

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