The Greeks, always the perfect gentlemen, restricted freedom to those who could afford to be outspoken. The Greeks, always the perfect gentlemen, restricted freedom to those who could afford to be outspoken. The Greeks, always the perfect gentlemen, restricted freedom to those who could afford to be outspoken, knowing that poverty keeps men dependent, robbing them even of the ability to speak, let alone freely. Freedom, even political freedom, meant not being dependent on another: This immediately ruled out women, children and slaves. The state must restrict individual freedom in every sphere and harness new technologies “the better to see you with my dear”.

Source: Indian Express April 15, 2018 18:27 UTC