Origins of Mass and Elite

Constantine Mitzotakis, a professor at Stanford, shares how his high school experience in a diverse environment heightened his awareness of class structures. This sensitivity influenced his study of Demosthenes, leading to insights on elite and non-elite dynamics. His dissertation revealed contradictions in Demosthenes' speeches, sparking interest in how individuals claim elite status. Mitzotakis' work explores the complexities of social hierarchies and privilege.

How did Constantine Mitzotakis's high school experience influence his sensitivity to class structure?

In what ways did Mitzotakis's background differ from the students at the troubled high school he transferred to?

What insights did Mitzotakis gain about the relationship between elites and non-elites during his studies?

What contradictions did Mitzotakis observe in Demosthenes's speeches regarding class and elitism?

How does Mitzotakis describe the concept of privilege in relation to claims made by different social classes?