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COMMONS MAGAZINE

Economy and Markets

Conventional economic theory fails to account for the pivotal role of the commons in generating and distributing wealth. It is important to understand the limits of individual property rights and pay attention the wide benefits coming from the commons sector of the economy.

May 25, 2011

Privatizing the Police

A comedy video from the BBC with a bite of reality
May 18, 2011

And The Winner Is....The Public Sector

In health, education and defense, government programs are more efficient than privatized ones
May 17, 2011

Report From the Future: Rise and Fall of a Libertarian Utopia

A commons resurgence in one Texas town, as seen from the year 2035
May 17, 2011

Rise and Fall of a Libertarian Utopia

A commons resurgence in one Texas town, as seen from the year 2035
May 2, 2011

Make > Shift: From Finding a Job to Crafting a Livelihood

Jan Hively offers a starter guide for collaborative entrepreneurship
April 19, 2011

The Truth About American Exceptionalism

America is exceptional but not in the way Republican Presidential candidates think
April 15, 2011

The Neo-Colonial Land Grab in Africa

Outside nations are once again dividing up Africa-- this time for biofuels and mineral rights
March 31, 2011

When Unions Are Strong, Americans Enjoy The Fruits of Their Labor

The rise and fall of America's unions mirrors the rise and fall of America's middle class
March 31, 2011

When Unions Are Strong, Americans Enjoy The Fruits of Their Labor

The rise and fall of America's unions mirrors the rise and fall of America's middle class
March 29, 2011

Koch Brothers

In a shocking expose, privatization backers shown to use the commons every day