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COMMONS IN THE FIELD
Introduction to the Commons
Toolbox for Introduction to the Commons
8 Principles for Managing A Commmons
Based on her extensive work, Elinor Ostrom offered solutions for how to govern commons sustainably and equitably
Legal Structures for Protecting the Commons
From trusts to co-ops, six practical forms of “commons ownership”
Jay Walljasper's Speaking Schedule
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Articles on Introduction to the Commons
June 24, 2013
Commoning Flourishes Around the Globe
A list of commons-based efforts from Zaragoza to Berlin and everywhere in between
April 30, 2013
The Real Tragedy
Ecological ruin stems from what happens to—not what is caused by—the commons
March 27, 2013
Bring On the Commons to Your College Campus or Community
Raising awareness of the commons is crucial for our future
September 12, 2012
An Invitation to Join the Commons Network
If you care about what we share in common, read this invitation
May 16, 2012
Our Home on Earth
Winona LaDuke outlines lessons from indigenous cultures for restoring balance
May 8, 2012
The Role of Commons Animateurs
Illuminating new possibilities and solutions
May 4, 2012
An Introduction to Animating the Commons
Who are commons animateurs--and how do they exercise leadership for social change?
April 1, 2012
Claiming Our Commons
Creating new avenues for genuine citizenship and a revitalized civil society
March 7, 2012
Why I Call Myself a Commoner
A Day in the Life of Harriet Barlow
February 15, 2012
Creator of "The Story of Stuff" Shows What's At Stake with Commons Assets
Annie Leonard
January 4, 2012
12 Reasons You'll Be Hearing More About the Commons
The time is ripe for more sharing, collaboration and solidarity
December 12, 2011
At Last, A New Story for the Future
Bill McKibben's introduction to OTC's book All That We Share: A Field Guide to the Commons
October 18, 2011
We Power
From Zuccotti Park to Main Street, people's yearnings spark new possibilities for a shift from me to we
June 10, 2011
Three Tenets of the Commons
A new video with Jay Walljasper, author of All That We Share: A Field Guide to the Commons
March 3, 2011
How You Can Become a Commoner
It starts with commoning—the natural act of connecting with others to find security, convenience and fun
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“The great thing about the ocean was that it wasn't for sale, you couldn't buy it, own it, fence it off... The ocean, in Boone's opinion, was the last stand of pure democracy.” 
