Plato’s Philosopher-Rulers and the Paradox of Political Authority: Justice, Wisdom, and the Reluctance to Govern Introduction Among the most celebrated and paradoxical propositions in the history of political thought is Plato’s assertion in the that the best rulers are precisely those who are least eager to rule. At first glance, this claim appears counterintuitive. Political … Continue reading How does Plato’s assertion that the best rulers are those least eager to govern reflect his broader conception of justice and political authority?