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Which idea was supported by both Plato and Aristotle?

Democracy is the best form of government.
An ideal form of government is possible.
The rule of law is needed to protect against tyranny.
A philosopher-king is the best person to lead the government.

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The rule of law is needed to protect against tyranny.

Both Plato (particularly in his later work Laws) and Aristotle argued that law should govern to prevent arbitrary rule by individuals; Aristotle famously said it is better to rule by law than by any one person.