#debt

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

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

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

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

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

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

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

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

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

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

Understanding debt is essential for understanding our economic systems.

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

The concept of interest is often seen as morally questionable.

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

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

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

Creditors have always sought to control debtors.

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

Debt is the very foundation of our economy.

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

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

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

The history of debt is a history of human relationships.

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

Debt has been used as a tool for social control throughout history.

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

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

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

Debt can be a means of social control.

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

In many cultures, debt was seen as a moral obligation.

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

The language of debt is the language of power.

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

When people are in debt, they are not free.

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber

The idea of a debt-free society is not merely a utopian dream.

From Debt: The First 5000 Years by David Graeber