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The Roman Empire was a ruthless slave state, and the poor were subject to constant exploitation with no recourse.
by zigzagger11 11mo ago
The Roman Empire was a ruthless slave state, and the poor were subject to constant exploitation with no recourse.
- hollerith 11mo agoAlso, it routinely interfered destructively in the market sector (e.g., price controls, e.g., overspending on showy public works); its taxation system was oppressive and often arbitrary; and it routinely debased its currency