Who had the right to vote in Athens

Male citizens had the right to vote. Although a democracy, their government stopped women and children from voting, as well as banned all slaves from any government inclusion.

Male citizens in Athens could vote on all the decisions that affected the city and serve on juries. However, democracy was not open to everyone. Citizen women and children were not allowed to vote. Slaves and foreigners living in Athens (known as metics) were banned from participating in government.