The decree that "no taxes shall be levied on grain stores and bank savings" and other decrees mentioned above are all designed to lighten the people's burden.

上面所说的“存粮存款不负担”等法令，都是为着这个目的：减轻人民的负担。

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Rayburn's experience highlights some steps people who are in debt can take to lighten the burden.

CNN: High tides and higher interest rates: Wading through financial storms