Why Socrates Hated Democracy

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In the sixth book of the Republic cycle Plato describes the dialogue that ensued between Socrates and Ademantus and how Socrates tries to show Ademantus the flaws of democracy, comparing society with the ship: “If you went on a sea voyage,” Socrates asks. “Who would you give the right to decide who will be responsible for the vessel? Anyone or experienced sailors?”
"The last of course!" - answers Ademantus.
“Then why,” Socrates answers. - "We continue to think that any old man is suitable for the role of a judge when it comes to who should be the head of state?" The Socratic point of view is that voting in elections is a skill, not an accidental conclusion, and like any other skill, people should learn it. Allowing people to vote without proper education is as irresponsible as letting them control the trireme on their way to Samos during a storm.