Yeah, I'm much more impressed with Scott & Helen Nearing, who did basically that: http://goodlife.org
Every time I read about communes, I get so excited. I always get inspired by the ideals they are trying to live by.
But then when I hear the details about the day to day logistics and governance, it always ends up sounding like a terrible place to live.
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I can't tell. It looks more like an organic farm with a few caretakers living on the farm, and financially supported by the community. I like that.