Who believed government should be administered by a group of the best men?

What is walt whitman's poem "when i heard the learn'd astronomer about?

In 150-200 words, name three advancements made by the egyptians and tell how they impacted the culture.

Which impact did the civil war have on the spread of disease in texas a. disease decreased bc people left the area to fight in the war b. disease increased bc medicine was in short supply. c. disease increased bc many new diseases were brought to the area d. disease decreased bc confederate doctors distribute new medicines to local communities