Socrates: Apology

     Other than being a bit wordy and long, the Apology wasn't that hard to understand or get through. From the beginning, it was made clear what Socrates was trying to do, and his confidence in doing so was evident. I put myself in the Jury's shoes, and found it easy to believe him and even become impressed with the techniques he uses to explain why these accusations are false, and to question Meletus. The way that he uses his own words from the affidavit against him is impressive.
     The bottom line message, I think, is the importance of standing up for what you think is right, whatever it may be. Even if you are the only person on Earth that believes it and everyone else is putting you down for it, it is so important not to give in. I think it is part of what defines us as human beings- being able to be an individual and defend ourselves and our rights to believe and say what we want. Socrates does it in a very educated, calm manner rather than being outraged at the people accusing him of such ridiculous things. I think this, too, is another reason why he was so effective. Regardless of the outcome, he never wavered or changed what he thought was true, which I think is admirable.