#public-good

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fromA Philosopher's Blog
2 months ago

Lessons from COVID-19 II: Health Care as Private or Public Good

In the United States, health care is often seen as a private good, benefiting individuals primarily, which raises questions about collective responsibility and social costs.
philosophy
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Public Education Makes Economic Sense

Students were being sold a false pathway to prosperity from these for-profit colleges, which were often only interested in profits.
Higher education
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Report: (Smaller) Museums should make admission free

Free museum admission increases attendance and prioritizes public access over profit generation.
fromFuncheap
5 months ago

Stand Up for Science Rally in San Francisco

Stand Up For Science 2025 aims to rally support for science as a public good and defend it against censorship and inequality.
Business intelligence
fromWIRED
5 months ago

For-Profit Companies Can't Easily Replace NOAA's Weather-Forecasting Prowess

Reliable weather forecasting requires a robust public data network like NOAA's, ensuring accessibility for all communities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

What do the Los Angeles fires tell us about the coming water wars? | Judith Levine

In the dystopian environment of Mad Max: Fury Road, Immortan Joe commands the water supply, exemplifying how life’s necessities can be wielded for power. This struggle is parallels current water scarcity issues stemming from austerity, privatization, and corporate interests.
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