Uncommon Commoner
Hilary Wainwright
"The institutions that are supposed to reproduce daily life are incapable
of acting on behalf of the people any more -- so we need to produce
our own institutional alternatives."
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The Corporate Enclosure of Democracy
The Supreme Court holds that corporations are "persons" with free speech rights Read more
The commons is what we share together. From parks and clean water to scientific knowledge and the Internet, some things are no one’s private property. They exist for everyone’s benefit, and must be protected for future generations. A movement is emerging today to create a commons-based society.
What is On The Commons?
On the Commons is a citizens’ network that highlights the importance of the commons in our lives, and promotes innovative commons-based solutions to create a brighter future.
“But we are now increasingly aware of the problems with thinking that solutions come only from the experts in a particular field. Only doctors can heal. Only traffic engineers can decide how our streets work.”—Julie Ristau, OTC Fellow
Fresh Thinking on Climate Change
Both the rock star Bono and environmental authority David Morris point to commons-based solutions
Commons Books of the Year
Shareable.net picks the 15 best of 2009
Bolivia Stands Up for Common Wealth
Evo Morales's bold bet against privatization pays off.
2010: Crash or Comeback for American Cities?
With worsening local government budget woes, we must rally to preserve public services.
Strengthen the Commons -- Now!
German commoners release a stirring new manifesto.
A Better Climate Bill in Congress
The Cantwell-Collins climate bill is better for U.S. families and environment, thanks to a commons-based approach
Nobel Prize is a Milestone for the Commons Movement
Elinor Ostrom’s Award Disarms Those Who Say a Commons-based Society is Impossible.
Commons: The Video
An amusing, enlightening 4-minute introduction to the commons
Commons Resources
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Commons Finds
Shareable.net is a lively new website that explores the almost limitless possibilities of sharing to enhance our lives, restore the environment, save money and build community.
