Category Archives: Internet Issues

#NoSlowLane

Posted on May 21, 2014 by Trish Nelson

There is still time to save the free and open internet from ruin. Watch Senator Al Franken give the best explanation so far of what fast lanes and slow lanes will mean in practical terms, and why they will destroy … Continue reading →

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People Turn Out For Reclassification And Real Net Neutrality

Posted on May 16, 2014 by Trish Nelson

The fight to save the internet is in its final stage as of yesterday. The FCC has voted for 120 days of public input. This is going to take all of us. Please participate by contacting the FCC, President Obama, … Continue reading →

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What Did The FCC Decide Today?

Posted on May 15, 2014 by Trish Nelson

FCC Approves Plan to Allow for Paid Priority on Internet Source: Washington Post OR FCC Votes to Move Ahead on Net Neutrality Plan Source:  New York Times The only certainty at this point is that the Democratic commissioners including chairman … Continue reading →

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FCC Considering Title II

Posted on May 14, 2014 by Trish Nelson

Yes, @RepAnnaEshoo, Title II is a viable option we’re considering. We are listening and welcome continued discussion. #FCCNetNeutrality — Tom Wheeler (@TomWheelerFCC) May 13, 2014  

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Help Your Congressman Save The Free And Open Internet

Posted on May 12, 2014 by Trish Nelson

Your Democratic representatives in Congress want to do everything they can to support net neutrality but they need your help. There is always pressure from the usual right-wing crowd.  Your congressman needs to hear from you in order to do … Continue reading →

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Save The Internet: Stop The FCC’s Plan To Kill Net Neutrality

Posted on May 9, 2014 by Trish Nelson

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Internet For The 1 Percent?

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Trish Nelson

by Michael Copps Clocking in at nearly 400 pages, the Communications Act of 1934 and its amendments are recommended reading only for insomniacs. There are Washington lawyers who’ve devoted their entire careers to understanding its complexities, only to retire in … Continue reading →

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This Week: A Kick In The Head

Posted on April 26, 2014 by Dave Bradley

Last week was bad enough with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Control (IPCC) telling us that we have about 15 years to straighten the climate out or suffer the really bad consequences. “Straightening out” will mean pretty much stopping any … Continue reading →

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Is Net Neutrality Dead Or Alive?

Posted on April 25, 2014 by Trish Nelson

[Please sign the Free Press Net Neutrality Petition] 3 Ways the FCC Chairman is Reversing the 2010 Rules by Marvin Ammori (link to original article) There’s been a lot of talk about how FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler’s proposal for net … Continue reading →

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Net Neutrality: Why It Matters To You

Posted on April 4, 2014 by Trish Nelson

The January 2014 court decision by the D.C. U.S. Court of Appeals that gutted the Federal Communications Commission’s net neutrality rules has given internet service providers (ISPs) the ability to not only slow, but also to legally block websites, content, … Continue reading →

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