Can the Athenian state in the time of Pericles be considered exemplary?

Can the Athenian state in the time of Pericles be considered exemplary? What part of Athens did not take part in the government?

In the administration of Athens, foreigners, slaves, and women were not accepted. Although, in fact, most of the citizens also did not take part in it, since they did not have time for this (they had to work on the land or do a craft). Yes, under Pericles, Athens was able to reach its highest prosperity. Then the standard of living of the Athenians was very high. We can say that under Pericles, democracy also flourished.