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COMMONS MAGAZINE

Who Owns Maine's Water?

February 14, 2006
We need to ensure that Maine's water is clean, available and affordable for all -- and not endangered by large commercial bottlers.

The Public Trust Doctrine: Venerable and Besieged

December 19, 2005
The ancient public trust doctrine protects our drinking water, beach access, and other public rights in our own resources. But it is being challenged in the courts today.

Is Protecting the Oceans a Public Trust?

November 17, 2004
Fish farming in the coastal waters of the US brings up environmental and commons issues.