The wealthy Romans had the leisure time to engage in literacy and statecraft, believing this made them the best suited to lead the Republic, despite their reluctance to educate the lower classes.

The rise of major urban centers in Rome led to a society where people often bounced around from patron to patron to make a living.

The Roman Empire's vast size made effective governance challenging, leading to slow communication and a natural fragmentation of power.

In ancient Rome, sponsoring public works like roads or games was a way for politicians to gain recognition and demonstrate their wealth and commitment to society.

The Roman populace often did not encounter the government directly; their lives were primarily influenced by local elites who managed tax collection and community affairs.

Rome's success can be attributed to its ability to integrate conquered peoples and ideas, often granting them a degree of Roman citizenship.

The Romans were exceptional engineers, known for their monumental buildings and road construction, which they took great pride in maintaining.

Economic inequality in the late Roman Republic led to social stress, as small landholders were pushed out by wealthy elites, affecting military recruitment and societal stability.

The Roman Republic was characterized by a system of job rotation and assemblies, allowing citizens to participate in governance for about 500 years after the kings were expelled.