David Bollier

When Art Worked

A stunning new book shows how New Deal art helped remake democratic culture.

New statement declares the public domain the rule and copyright the exception.

Folklife and landscape in southern West Virginia

Stylish video satires, new collaborative systems for volunteering.

The Supreme Court holds that corporations are "persons" with free speech rights

The rise of a global commons devoted to the cheap scanning of books for personal use.

World Fair Use Day explains why artists need the right to remix and mash up culture.

German commoners release a stirring new manifesto.

Why our car mechanic, yoga instructor and other casual relationships matter more than we think.

French political thinker offers deep insights into commons and politics, markets and history.

James Quilligan's bold vision for re-inventing nation-states and international relations through commons-based governance.