Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Privatization Study - Nov 17th

If you are interested in forming an educated opinion about this issue, you will find that it is not a simple topic. The shades of gray become apparent when ones studies the history of government and business collaborations. From the company town to corrupted townships, there are extreme cases on either side.

The Seattle LWV has done extensive research in preparation for a national study. Their published report is a great place to start. The last pages of this lengthy publication includes a list of references.

You are invited to add links and suggested reading to this post or on our facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/lwvddh.org. You can also email comments, links and references to lwvddh@gmail.com.

Additional links will be added here, so please check back.

November 17th, Thurs @ 7pm.
Christ Episcopal Church, 120 N. Military at Cherry Hill.

2 comments:

  1. GreatLakesIanOctober 31, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    Word has it that a round table on this topic is in planning for November 17th. Can you please post the details (event location, time, agenda, etc.)?

    Thanks!

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  2. LWVDDHOctober 31, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    Where do the savings come from? Productivity, Efficiency? Wage cuts?
    "Various governments -- from small towns all the way up to federal agencies -- have been sending public services to the private sector since the 1980s. The trend stems from the common belief that private companies can help governments save or make money by doing jobs faster and cheaper, or managing a public asset more efficiently."

    http://www.governing.com/topics/mgmt/pros-cons-privatizing-government-functions.html

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