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“There seems a general rule that, the more obviously one’s work benefits other people, the less one is likely to be paid for it.”

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David Graeber
David Graeber

David Graeber is an American anthropologist known for his research on economic anthropology, anarchism, and critical theory. His work explores the issues of economic relationships and power structures in modern society. more

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