Similarities In "Miss Jean Brodie", "Dead Poets Society", And "The Trial And Death Of Socrates"

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knew that if it were ever uncovered by the faculty higher-ups his job
would be, at least, in serious jeopardy. This is another case of needless
persecution of someone with the best of intentions. It is ridiculous to
think that he could have been implicated in any way to the suicide of one
of his students. Firing Professor Keating was the biggest disservice that
the administration could have done to the student body.
The most extreme case of this senseless persecution is that of
Socrates. Here is a man of little means. His only desire was to try to
enlighten others, as well as himself. Was this not a noble cause? His
demeanor was rough at times, but his intentions were still pure. How can
you punish, much less put to death, a man such as Socrates? Apparently
the jury knew. Their decision to convict and kill Socrates was outrageous.
It can probably be best compared to Tienimen Square. Anyone who dares to
challenge the norm or go against authority they will be crushed. ...

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