Aristotle Vs. Epicurus. Dealing largly with their views on their ideal societys. Ultimately points to Epicurus as superior

While Aristotle makes some valid points in his argument for participating in the polis, Epicurus offers us the total package, which will, in the end, provide the citizens with a more "pleasant" life overall. This pleasantry without the pageantry of politics will aid in the living of a life that is ultimately more satisfying to the individual, and those around him. We will come to realize that we are not "Political animals" as Aristotle puts …

…life seems alien to Aristotle, who would cast them aside for a true city-state where he openly admits that evil could roam free. Aristotle would rather have us live in a society immersed in wickedness than open his eyes to a better alternative. One that provides it's people a much more productive and satisfying life overall. Epicurus answers the questions that Aristotle failed to and in ultimately doing so; he offers forth a better society.