International

Most elements of the commons are global, transcending the sovereignty of any nation. There is a pressing need for international agreements on managing common resources such as air, water, the Internet, airwaves and other essential parts of our lives.

The Fall and Rise of Great Public Spaces

August 5, 2012 | by Jay Walljasper

Why we need parks, streetlife, squares, markets, trails, community gardens and other hang outs more than ever

The Pirate Party Shakes Up European Politics

May 8, 2012 | by admin

New commons-based movement gains ground in Sweden and Germany

Against the Oil Industry, 350.org Co-Founder Sides with the Commons October 22, 2012 \| by Jessica Conrad Against the Oil Industry, 350.org Co-Founder Sides with the Commons : .	A 500-Year Revolution of the Rich Against the Poor October 22, 2012 \| By Jeremy Rifkin The loss of the Medieval commons still affects the world today
Why Do Politicians Break Promises About Tackling Climate Change? October 10, 2012 \| By Eric Knight The problem may not be their lack of integrity, but how we frame the issue	Who Says Student Protests Are a Thing of the Past? September 28, 2012 \| By Zachary A. Bell Youth take to the streets in Chile and Puerto Rico, while student inspired demonstrations topple Quebec's ruling party
Articulate Advocate for Water as a Basic Human Right September 17, 2012 \| by Jay Walljasper Articulate Advocate for Water as a Basic Human Right: Born in South Africa and raised in a remote Canadian village, Naidoo learned the importance of people working together early.	The Times They're a Changing. Or Are They? September 17, 2012 \| By David Morris 31 states outlaw gay marriage. But this election offers four opportunities to stop bans.
Fine Art Photographer Looks at the Human Dimension of Lake Michigan August 29, 2012 \| by Jessica Conrad Fine Art Photographer Looks at the Human Dimension of Lake Michigan : "My goal is to create a contemporary picture of the lake, and I can’t think of a better way than by showing the people who interact with it daily."	Low-income People Need Public Spaces the Most August 12, 2012 \| By Jay Walljasper Parks, squares, sidewalks, transit, schools and community centers are commons that can be used by all
Water Privatization Overlooked as Factor in Egypt's Revolt August 10, 2012 \| By Karen Piper Mubarak's water policies contributed to the Arab Spring revolution last year	Poor People Need Public Spaces the Most August 6, 2012 \| By Jay Walljasper Parks, squares, sidewalks, transit, schools and community centers are commons that can be used by all

Against the Oil Industry, 350.org Co-Founder Sides with the Commons October 22, 2012 \| by Jessica Conrad Against the Oil Industry, 350.org Co-Founder Sides with the Commons : .	A 500-Year Revolution of the Rich Against the Poor October 22, 2012 \| By Jeremy Rifkin The loss of the Medieval commons still affects the world today
Why Do Politicians Break Promises About Tackling Climate Change? October 10, 2012 \| By Eric Knight The problem may not be their lack of integrity, but how we frame the issue	Who Says Student Protests Are a Thing of the Past? September 28, 2012 \| By Zachary A. Bell Youth take to the streets in Chile and Puerto Rico, while student inspired demonstrations topple Quebec's ruling party
Articulate Advocate for Water as a Basic Human Right September 17, 2012 \| by Jay Walljasper Articulate Advocate for Water as a Basic Human Right: Born in South Africa and raised in a remote Canadian village, Naidoo learned the importance of people working together early.	The Times They're a Changing. Or Are They? September 17, 2012 \| By David Morris 31 states outlaw gay marriage. But this election offers four opportunities to stop bans.
Fine Art Photographer Looks at the Human Dimension of Lake Michigan August 29, 2012 \| by Jessica Conrad Fine Art Photographer Looks at the Human Dimension of Lake Michigan : "My goal is to create a contemporary picture of the lake, and I can’t think of a better way than by showing the people who interact with it daily."	Low-income People Need Public Spaces the Most August 12, 2012 \| By Jay Walljasper Parks, squares, sidewalks, transit, schools and community centers are commons that can be used by all
Water Privatization Overlooked as Factor in Egypt's Revolt August 10, 2012 \| By Karen Piper Mubarak's water policies contributed to the Arab Spring revolution last year	Poor People Need Public Spaces the Most August 6, 2012 \| By Jay Walljasper Parks, squares, sidewalks, transit, schools and community centers are commons that can be used by all

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International

The Fall and Rise of Great Public Spaces

The Pirate Party Shakes Up European Politics

Against the Oil Industry, 350.org Co-Founder Sides with the Commons

A 500-Year Revolution of the Rich Against the Poor

Why Do Politicians Break Promises About Tackling Climate Change?

Who Says Student Protests Are a Thing of the Past?

Articulate Advocate for Water as a Basic Human Right

The Times They're a Changing. Or Are They?

Fine Art Photographer Looks at the Human Dimension of Lake Michigan

Low-income People Need Public Spaces the Most

Water Privatization Overlooked as Factor in Egypt's Revolt

Poor People Need Public Spaces the Most

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