There's that famous quote about those who forget the lessons of the past are bound to repeat it. As it goes for history, so does it for philosophy, which makes its way into law and commerce without us knowing how or why. The ultimate Trojan horse. Wearing my street metaphysics hat, I have been thinking about the terms "public" and "private." What do they mean? What power do they have? The recent debate in India on the proposed land acquisition act has revived some of these questions in my mind. Who has rights over land? Is it private property? Is it public?
Public Private Partnerships: Newsletter #34
Public Private Partnerships: Newsletter #34
Public Private Partnerships: Newsletter #34
There's that famous quote about those who forget the lessons of the past are bound to repeat it. As it goes for history, so does it for philosophy, which makes its way into law and commerce without us knowing how or why. The ultimate Trojan horse. Wearing my street metaphysics hat, I have been thinking about the terms "public" and "private." What do they mean? What power do they have? The recent debate in India on the proposed land acquisition act has revived some of these questions in my mind. Who has rights over land? Is it private property? Is it public?