Famous Pericles talk about democracy, which is a form for others. It does not matter if someone is rich or poor, they are all equal before the law, because the law is in the hands of many, not a few of them. Anyone in the position to serve, according to his ability, serves the whole community and contributes to it, that is a reward. This quotation supports idea that both the rich and the poor have the ability to serve.
Overall, this quotation supports the idea that "<span>both the rich and the poor have the ability to serve", since during this time in Athens political participation was considered to be a great and necessary privilege.</span>
