I have been amazed to watch the outsourcing of military and security services to for-profit companies at higher prices. The military has lots of qualified men and women who would continue to serve if their compensation were comparable or even a faction of what the government contracts pay. Federal and State legislatures have passed various laws on pay schedules but seem to have missed this one.

However, I see a place for partnerships between corporations and the government.  Corporations that are non profits (501 c 3 ) and the government can work well together to address needs.

Parks and historic sites is one such partnership.

For those involved in housing, how about using some historic sites for housing?  In exchange for free rent why not be stewards of history.  In addition to providing housing, the nonprofit can teach the tenants the skills on historic preservation.

The teaching of the skills can help reduce the maintenance costs and provide a long term benefit for the greater good of all.

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