The conversation between human and AI assistant.
Who are the 4 influential philosophers whose ideas influenced the Founding Fathers in setting up the structure of the American government? Where in the Constitution or in the modern American system do we see these ideas being applied?
That's very well explained! Can you tell me more about Cicero's philosophy of civic virtue?
Sure! Cicero believed that a virtuous citizen was someone who put the common good ahead of their own personal interests. He believed that civic virtue was necessary for the survival and prosperity of a republic, and that citizens had a responsibility to participate in government and support the rule of law. His ideas are reflected in the emphasis on civic duty and voting rights in our modern American system.