le for the just ways of the city itself, and by living in moderation, the leaders through their wisdom, are able to create just laws to govern by. These virtues are intended to bring happiness to the soul which is the ultimate goal of the human condition. If everyone contributes to the city, the virtues are very attainable.
             Socrates also outlines a government in which a class structure exists. His leaders, known as Gaurdians would be responsible for shaping the city, what place in society people would hold and even how the city would educate their children and influence the moral upbringing of the youth. The Gaurdians themselves would come from a life of dedication to the wellbeing of the city. They would be watched from childhood and set to the task of keeping the city first in their minds, and the ones who do not will be rejected. They would need to be able to spread their wisdom and knowledge and also be there to guard the city. Their rule would incorporate the teaching of philosophy with the ideals of government. In order to build this city, a need to oganizing the population in such a way, as to keep people on track to better the population. This would prevent unruley behavior and instill the citizens with self-control. From this comes Socrates' idea of a "class system". "All of you in the city are brothers....but the god who made you mixed some gold into those who are adequetly equipped to rule, because they are most valuable" (Plato 415). Dividing citizens into Gold, Si
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