During the 'Golden Age' of Athens, which statesman introduced state pay for jurors, enabling poorer citizens to serve in the government?
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Correct answer: Pericles
Pericles believed that poverty should not be a barrier to civic participation. By introducing a small daily stipend for jury duty and council service, he allowed even the 'thetes' (the poorest class) to take time away from work and engage in democratic governance.
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