David Graeber

Debt is one of the most important social concepts in human history.

The struggle against debt has been a constant theme in human history.

Credit and debt are not opposites; they are two sides of the same coin.

The history of debt is intertwined with the history of money.

The language of debt is the language of power.

To understand debt, one must understand the social relationships it creates.

Debt is the very foundation of our economy.

The idea that we must repay our debts is not universal.

The moral implications of debt are profound and far-reaching.

Debt can create a sense of obligation that transcends simple transactions.