Question

Who was the father of democracy? How was he able to overthrow the aristocracy?

Answer 1

Answer:

Cleisthenes of Athens

Explanation:

Answer 2

Cleisthenes
Terms in this set (19) He didn't want aristocrats to run the government . He thought that they already had too much influence. By calling on the support of the people, Cleisthenes was able to overthrow the aristocracy once and for all.