In the ancient world, debt forgiveness was a regular tool to control the economy. Why have we forgotten it?
An Ancient Sumerian Solution to Our $40 Trillion Deficit
In the ancient world, debt forgiveness was a regular tool to control the economy. Why have we forgotten it?
By Paul Vigna
Saturday, August 22, 2026·1 min read
Last updated Aug 24, 2026 · 01:10 PM UTC
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