Internet

Net Neutrality: Jay Inslee

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Dear Mr. & Mrs. Thauvin: I am writing to you today to update you on efforts to protect a free and open Internet for consumers and entrepreneurs. As you may k…

I believe that the original spirit behind the Internet has enhanced our democratic process because it allows for every voice to be heard. Without proper enforcement of network neutrality, a host of issues may arise. A lack of network neutrality could limit a consumer's access to certain technologies and services, and could stifle the innovation of small startup companies because they can't afford a special Internet "fast-lane." In the last few years, some internet service providers have tried network traffic policies that blocked or degraded services that competed with their own content and services. These practices…
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Internet

Net Neutrality: Patty Murray

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Dear Mr. Thauvin: Thank you for your interest in telecommunications regulations, specifically "Net Neutrality." I appreciate hearing from you. As you may kno…

This year, Rep. Edward Markey (D-MA-7) introduced H.R. 3458, the Internet Freedom Preservation Act,…
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Humour

The Ant and the Grasshopper

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This one is a little different. Two Different Versions! Two Different Morals! Old Version: The ant works hard in the withering heat all summer long, building…

Finally, the EEOC drafts the Economic Equity & Anti-Grasshopper Act retroactive…
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Humour

The Love Story of Ralph and Edna

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Just because someone doesn't love you the way you want them to, doesn't mean they don't love you with all they have. Ralph and Edna were both patients in a m…

Edna promptly jumped in to save him. She swam to the bottom and pulled him out. When the Head Nurse Director became aware of Edna's heroic act she…
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News

Washington, You Have a Problem...

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Reap What You Sow Am I completely off by thinking that one of the root triggers of the current financial collapse lies within the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention…

Am I completely off by thinking that one of the root triggers of the current financial collapse lies within the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of…
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Environment

Support Al Gore

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[FORM_LETTER] Tomorrow Al Gore is going to address the UN Climate Change Conference in Bali, Indonesia. At his urging, I've signed an important petition show…

The world's elected leaders must take the steps necessary to solve global warming. It's not too late. We have the opportunity now to improve the Earth's future for our children, and their children. If we don't act,…
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News

Judge Rules Provisions of Patriot Act Unconstitutional

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A federal judge ruled Wednesday that two provisions of the USA Patriot Act are unconstitutional because they allow search warrants to be issued without a sho…

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