http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/7495717.stm
Urban farming takes root in Detroit
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No greed
Visiting one of the largest allotments, on a site that had been derelict since Detroit's infamous 1967 riots, locals spoke about an astonishing transformation.
"There is something that every hand in this area can do," said Rose Stallard, who is keen to enlist as many volunteers as possible to help tend the garden and its precious crops.
As she organises a band of eager helpers to pull greens from the rich top-soil, Ms Stallard says food is more expensive than ever and neighbourhood shops are scarce.
"That's one cucumber you didn't have to pay 69 cents for," she adds, with a smile.
There are no fences but one local said greed had not been a problem.
"People are only taking what they need, because they know it's for everybody," he said.
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For all those who say people are inherently evil and the only way they can live is the way they live today. Fighting each other over everything, and each man for himself.
They can, just give them another story in which to play a role.
What you see above is the idea of comunity, and because that community values selfishness, there is no need for fences. People want to be appreciated by others, they want to be part of something, and that is why they take only what they need. Tribal societies were the same.
What a strange concept ot take only what you need !
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One day there will be so many houses, that people will be bored and will go live in tents. "Why are you living in tents ? Are there not enough houses ?" "Yes there are, but we play this Economy game"