Eng. Lit- Oedipus
What makes a good ruler, a leader for their country? Is strength and a portrayal of protection all that matters, or is a good, capable ruler entitled to a few flaws and mistakes? If there were a situation where people were given the choice to vote for Oedipus or not as a leader for a country, I would vote against him. While he does in fact possess the skills and traits that would be well-suited in ruling a country, he has encountered many misfortunes and has shown some negative qualities that could cause people to overlook him and vote for another.
In looking for a good choice in leaders, many would want someone who has a love and devotion toward the people as their main concern, someone who shows a clear, genuine interest in what is best for their people and country. Oedipus is someone who shows this trait. In Sophicles’ Oedipus the King, the people of Thebes were coming to Oedipus for help from a terrible plague, Oedipus showed concern and sadness:
Poor children! You may......
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