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New York Times Challenges NBCU-Comcast Merger

New York Times Challenges NBCU-Comcast Merger

07 Dec, 2010

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New York Times Challenges NBCU-Comcast Merger

In an editorial published this week, the New York Times joined a growing number of voices raising concerns about the proposed NBCU-Comcast merger, arguing that it would be disastrous for consumers. According to the Times, the new entity would have none of the constraints faced by other cable networks and would have carte blanche to edge out competitors.

New York Times Challenges NBCU-Comcast Merger

Do-Not-Track Hearing Tests Water for Consumer Protection Legislation

Do-Not-Track Hearing Tests Water for Consumer Protection Legislation

06 Dec, 2010

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Do-Not-Track Hearing Tests Water for Consumer Protection Legislation

The House Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade, and Consumer Protection convened on December 2nd to discuss possible "Do-Not-Track" legislation for the Internet.

Do-Not-Track Hearing Tests Water for Consumer Protection Legislation

A Sensible Proposal, LA Times Backs Genachowski's Net Framework

A Sensible Proposal, LA Times Backs Genachowski's Net Framework

06 Dec, 2010

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A Sensible Proposal, LA Times Backs Genachowski's Net Framework

The Los Angeles Times, in a December 2 editorial, endorsed FCC Chairman Genachowski's proposal to protect an open Internet. Calling it a "reasonable approach" to the net neutrality question, the op-ed praised the Genachowski framework bid as a "sensible" compromise.

A Sensible Proposal, LA Times Backs Genachowski's Net Framework

One Economy launches We Are Now Connected

One Economy launches We Are Now Connected

06 Dec, 2010

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One Economy launches We Are Now Connected

One Economy, along with the Broadband Opportunity Coalition (BBOC), launched a new campaign called: We Are Now Connected. The goal of the initiative is to "expand digital literacy and broadband initiatives on an unprecedented scale -- ensuring high-speed Internet access in underserved communities, increasing online content and Internet relevancy, and empowering low-income individuals across the United States."

One Economy launches We Are Now Connected

More Public Interest Groups support Chairman Genachowski's Open Internet Proposal

More Public Interest Groups support Chairman Genachowski's Open Internet Proposal

03 Dec, 2010

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More Public Interest Groups support Chairman Genachowski's Open Internet Proposal

Earlier today we published statements of support for Chairman Genachowski's open internet proposal from a variety of public interest groups. Well, the support keeps coming.

More Public Interest Groups support Chairman Genachowski's Open Internet Proposal

Public Interest Groups support Chairman Genachowski's Open Internet Proposal

Public Interest Groups support Chairman Genachowski's Open Internet Proposal

03 Dec, 2010

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Public Interest Groups support Chairman Genachowski's Open Internet Proposal

Civil rights, labor, and consumer groups issued statements of support for FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski's recent announcement. Genachowski is planning to pursue a Network Neutrality Order under a Title I framework in order to ensure an open Internet.

Public Interest Groups support Chairman Genachowski's Open Internet Proposal