The case for gatekeeping, or: why medieval guilds had it figured out
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joanwestenberg.com
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Feb 18
Open source maintainers are overwhelmed by low-quality, AI-generated contribution requests that clutter their repositories, detracting from genuine engagement. This situation echoes historical guild s
The Division of Labor in Society (1893)
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durkheim.uchicago.edu
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Feb 15
Emile Durkheim's "The Division of Labor in Society" (1893) explores the significance and implications of labor specialization within human societies. Building on Adam Smith's observations about the ec
The Division of Labor in Society (1893)
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google.com
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Feb 15
In "The Division of Labor in Society" (1893), Émile Durkheim explores the significance of the division of labor beyond its economic benefits. Building upon Adam Smith's observations, Durkheim acknowle
The Space Force is facing a significant divide between its operations and acquisition personnel, exacerbated by Congressional concerns over an imbalance that could jeopardize U.S. military capabilitie
The Military Almost Got the Right to Repair. Lawmakers Just Took It Away
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wired.com
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Dec 10
US lawmakers have removed key provisions from the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act that would have granted military personnel the right to repair their own equipment. This decision, influenced