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When being single was a punishable offense

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Staying single has historically been a terrible financial move. Ancient Rome, and later Mussolini, actively penalized unmarried men to encourage population growth, essentially treating bachelorhood as a luxury lifestyle choice that required massive financial compensation to the state.

When being single was a punishable offense
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