Was Rome Ever a True Republic?

This video explores the question of whether the Roman Republic was ever a true republic, diving into the nuances of its political structure. We'll examine perspectives from political science and challenge common perceptions of ancient history. Stay tuned as we discuss what is a republic and the history of rome.

Was Rome ever truly a republic, or was it an illusion of power shared by the people? Dive deep into the turbulent history of the Roman Republic in this fiery segment with Jeremy Ryan Slate and guest expert Alex Petkas, a PhD in classics. Discover how figures like the Gracchi brothers, Gaius Marius, and Sulla wielded political reforms and populist strategies that changed Rome forever. Buckle up for a thought-provoking discussion as we explore the rise of populism, the chaos of civil wars, and how voting systems and tribunician power shaped Rome’s transformation into an empire. Could parallels be drawn to today’s political landscape?

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
00:58 - Roman Republic Rise to Power
06:38 - Wealth Inequality in Rome
09:58 - Tiberius Gracchus Land Redistribution
12:05 - Tiberius Gracchus Overview
20:40 - Gaius Gracchus Influence
22:05 - Roman Electoral Process
27:51 - Gaius Marius Contributions
31:24 - Marius Military Reforms
36:13 - The Social War Overview
44:25 - Livius Drusus Role
47:48 - The Social War Context
48:44 - Social War and Italian Citizenship
53:00 - Sulla and Mithridates Conflict
55:55 - Sulla's First March on Rome
59:08 - Sulla's Second March on Rome
01:01:00 - Sulla's Proscriptions Explained
01:04:14 - Sulla and Political Retribution
01:05:00 - Sulla's Reforms Overview
01:07:30 - Wrapping Up Discussion
01:09:10 - Where to Find Alex