The Republic is a work of literature by Plato.
Spock recommended to the Iotians that they read The Republic, as it taught the philosophy of governance. (TOS comic: "Year Five, Issue 4")
Ethan Locken agreed with many of the points put forward by Plato in The Republic, especially the idea of philosopher kings as rulers, as he wanted his "New Federation" to be ruled by those like himself who had been genetically enhanced. (DS9 - S31 novel: Abyss)
External link[]
- The Republic (Plato) article at Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.