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Originally Posted by DMcCunney
No. I recognize your distinction. I simply consider the copyright property while the rights last. Property implies ownership and control of something, and while you hold the rights, you have both.
Once the copyright lapses, it ceases to be property.
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Dennis
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And the issue at hand is when should that copyright lapse....
While it exists, it can be treated as property, ever though technically it's not. But how long should it exist? Remember, this monopoly was granted for the public's long term benefit, not to provide a social welfare policy for creators and their families. (Or to immortal corporations...)