"Civilization transformed man from a food gatherer to a gatherer of pieces of paper: diplomas, employment contracts, money, etc."

Mokokoma Mokhonoana, South African Philosopher

Economy, Civilization, Truth, Power, Wisdom

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"Our estimates suggest that a tax increase of 1 percent of GDP reduces output over the next three years by nearly 3 percent. The effect is highly significant."

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