> Locking people in a cage for years and controlling every detail of their life: okay Not "okay". Far from okay. Potentially justified on the theory that impri

> Locking people in a cage for years and controlling every detail of their life: okay Not "okay". Far from okay. Potentially justified on the theory that imprisoning people may be necessary to protect society and deter offenders. (Although many other countries obtain better results with lower/fewer prison sentences and better conditions.) Forcing people to dig holes, on the other hand? Not necessary. And yes, it is slavery.