The State of the Commons is an introduction to the commons and its
distinct dynamics. As joint owners of a wide variety of common assets,
we believe that we have an obligation to do what any responsible
owner should do: conduct an audit. Take inventory of the assets that
belong to us, and assess their value and how well they are being
managed.

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Our belief is that, with much nurturance and support, a vibrant commons
sector can, in time, protect nature, reduce inequality among humans, and
improve the quality of life for rich and poor alike. Moreover, we believe that
sector can grow from the seeds we see today.

The purpose of this report is thus two-fold: first, to celebrate the seeds that are
already emerging, and second, to suggest how, taken together and multiplied,
they can grow into something powerful enough to change the world.

Printed copies of this report are available for a small charge to cover postage.
office@onthecommons.org