If Aristotle were to meet a prominent US politico, would they debate about debates?

Question

Great ancient philosphers have stood the test of time; however thought would be considered on how one would be recieved in today's "market." How would the greats fare against current politicos--would they adapt or remain their ground?

Answer 1

Our understanding of the physical world is radically different. They would have to adapt. I would welcome more discussion about our core worldviews. For example, what is the "greater good" and why do we think so? Instead of just screaming for our own narrow points of view.

Answer 2

I think you are mistaken(and i think its a fairly common
Mistake too).
From our time now,Aristotle's writings are not easily understood or reflected(in today's lifestyle and even thought)

i fully realize that some of your readers/answerers will be
choking on their breakfast with this,but as long as they
come to no harm i dont care(!)
"Ancients" would most likely adapt,although its likely that
some would stand their ground.And i think that they would
tend-to-scorn the so-called party system of mass majority
rule,which is prevalent now.
Though, they are likely to be told(and by the so-called politico- leaders)to go and wise-up(!);
But i guess that A would be pleased that his extremely
rudimentary system of logic,was developed and still used
by us now in the 21st century.

Answer 3

Well modern debating techniques employ a varied lot of differences.

Id like to think that they would be able to keep their cool and do well amongst current political figures, but the modern figures have manipulative techniques that they use to sway their argument.

Perhaps this is something that would be better answered depending on the topic.

Answer 4

I think our TV pundits would fare even worse against Aristotle than our politicians since they cover politicians exactly the way they cover Paris Hilton.

"Senator, why did you spend so much on your haircut?"

"Can the American people trust someone who slept around?"

"Do you think your opponent can win the general election if he beats you in the primary?"

"Does your age, race, sex, too much or too little experience hurt you in the race?"

and so on.

They ask about dumb @ss stuff, and leave things out that can cost people their lives, or if they ask a question on a good issue, they will accept empty platitudes and talking points without pressing for details or pointing out how their current position conflicts with their record.