Why public space is so valuable
Homelessness is skyrocketing in Denver due to rising housing prices and rents, and the police are cracking down. But the public library is taking a different approach.
July 2017
In the Public Interest
Democracy, shared prosperity, and the common good
In the Public Interest is a comprehensive research and policy center on privatization and responsible contracting.
In the Public Interest
Democracy, shared prosperity, and the common good
In the Public Interest is a comprehensive research and policy center on privatization and responsible contracting.
Will the Supreme Court Supercharge Privatization?
The Supreme Court's decision in Friedrichs v. California Teachers Association could threaten the economy and American democracy.
September 2015
The Value of Public Service
'Red tape' and 'bureaucracy' can save lives, especially in essential public services, like health, education, public safety, and infrastructure.
August 2015
The New IT Thing
It’s become painfully clear that governments can no longer afford to simply buy the claims of corporations seeking a multi-million dollar contract. Claims of “cost-savings” and “efficiencies” must be properly [...]
June 2015
Let’s Keep the Postal Service Public
When it comes to public services, it’s hard to think of anything more democratic than the post office. Enshrined in Article 1 of the Constitution and operating for 240 years, the public postal service guarantees universal [...]
February 2015
A Divide Wider than the San Andreas Fault
Irresponsible contracting is just one of the many causes of the widening wealth gap in California and other modern economies. Capital and Main’s series will help ensure that California is a leader in creating an economy [...]
February 2015
What’s the Matter with Texas?
Texas has a reputation as a “business-friendly” state, but when it comes to contracting, is the Lone Star State too friendly with its private-sector vendors? That’s the question now before the state legislators in [...]
February 2015