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In conclusion, as we navigate the complexities of contemporary democracy, it is essential to heed the cautionary wisdom of Socrates. Our responsibility lies not only in exercising the right to vote but also in ensuring that we foster an informed electorate capable of distinguishing between true leadership and the alluring but ultimately detrimental allure of demagoguery. Only then can we hope to preserve the noble ideals for which ancient democracy strived.