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[BLANK-1] was the figure principally responsible for reshaping Athenian politics and shifting more power to the common people – a precursor to democracy. This Athenian was upset at the economic conditions that placed ordinary Athenians into slavery, and thus gave frequent speeches in the Agora. While Athenian elites initially opposed this person, the speaker was popular with common Athenians. This person was elected Archon and made changes that led directly to Athenian democracy.
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