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#931 Michael Hudson: The Collapse of Antiquity

The Dissenter

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Rise and Fall of Wealthy Elites in Ancient Societies

Exploring debt cancellation, land redistribution, and the fight for democracy in ancient societies like Corinth, Sparta, Athens, and Rome. Highlighting the struggle between oligarchic rule, creditor-oriented laws, and citizen uprisings leading to the rise and decline of civilizations. Drawing parallels to modern financial oligarchies and the impacts of short-term profit-driven practices on long-term sustainability.

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