Comments About the Commons
What is meant by the commons? What are some examples of commons? Why might it be important to protect and grow our common assets? How might we do so? Where might we start?
Re: commonly commons
I believe in the idea of commons, however all to often we witness that 'commons' aren't really common at all. How many restaurants and places to we see signs that say that bathrooms are for patrons/members only. Everyone needs available bathrooms, and yet so many places are denying such a human need. Even places that call themselves commons like a public library still kick homeless people out for loitering. It's unfair and people can be so inconsiderate.
Meta-Reflection on Forum Posting 3
The idea of commons is that there are certain areas in every city that should be readily available and accessible to all of its citizens, which should include those who are homeless This is a fantastic idea that would benefit many people, however it is not implemented successfully; at least not in any city I have visited. We are all human, and as such, we have basic human needs. One of these main needs is the need of personal care. This isn't essential for life, but is essential for a person to maintain their sense of humility, by having something so simple as access to a bathroom for their use. Such a simple need, and yet most every place where a bathroom is located is solely for patrons of the establishment. This is unfair and completely goes against the idea of commons. Another example of 'commons' failing miserably is public libraries. These are supposed to be available for everyone in the community, however they do not permit homeless people to simply lounge around and sit all day, however, if you or I were to sit in that same library all day, I highly doubt there would be a problem. "Common places" may talk the talk, but they certainly don't walk the walk.
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