Greek Democracy?

The Athenians actually had a direct democracy for a while. This is interesting because to hear people talk today that would be an impossibility, unfathomable. Although it did not last the form of democracy Athenians created at around 460BC had incredible forethought and planning behind it. Every citizen was to serve to gain knowledge through experience on the council. Greeks as a broad group were pensive and thought the things they were planning on thoroughly. Modern governments do not have the kind of mindset they did in that ancient time. It is incredible that the Athenians were able to put this kind of system into action at that time on Earth. They overhauled their systems often to keep current issues in check. They had council meetings to see what needed improvement. They collaborated with each other. In this country different parties don't do that, they think that their way is the best no compromising. Greek culture is fascinating, especially the way they worked with each other (within the polis) so well.