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Thread #128618 Message #3254535
Posted By: katlaughing
10-Nov-11 - 04:04 PM
Thread Name: BS: A blow to Internet neutrality-update-good news
Subject: GOOD NEWS
Just came in the email, from one of Colorado's senators:
Kat,
I wanted you to be the first to know.
Earlier today, the Senate voted 52 - 46 to reject a GOP measure to overturn Net Neutrality, the principle that guarantees all users of the Internet are treated equally and prevents large communications conglomerates from throttling bandwidth to favor certain websites and users over others.
This victory would not have been possible without your support and the support of tens of thousands of grassroots activists who signed the 20,000 Strong for Net Neutrality Petition.
Let me be the first to say a sincere "thank you" for all you've done.
From the very beginning, the Internet has facilitated the free exchange of ideas by operating as a level playing field. It has spurred innovation in our economy, allowing anyone with a new idea and a website a chance to reach customers and be successful. And the Internet's democratic nature has helped us uphold America's highest ideals by making it easier for citizens to become active participants in our government.
With your help, we made sure the Internet won't be used to put success and the ability to participate in democracy out of reach for millions of people. Instead, the Internet will continue to drive innovation, create opportunities and jobs, and support the promise of the American Dream.