We don't owe our ideals of liberty and equality to Antiquity

Freedom and equality are quintessential in toleration. And the Greeks and Romans knew them too. But we hardly owe them this source of toleration. Read here why.

Suppose I want to start a transport company. I need a van, but I have no money. We are acquainted. You've got plenty of money, and you're willing to lend it to me. But on one condition: if I can't pay back, I have to work for you until I pay off my debt. That sounds reasonable, I agree.

The transport company is not successful. I make a few quid, but the …