On Dec. 21, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) decided it wants to regulate Internet activity instead of allowing people the freedom of speech protecting by the First Amendment to the US Constitution and instead of letting the free market rule.
Congress and the courts may have something to say about this, however.
The FCC wants power to stop private broadband providers like Verizon or Comcast (or, in the future, Google) from selectively blocking web traffic, and thus thwarting the business of its competitors.
FCC commissioners and their supporters in favor of these “net neutrality” rules say they want to make sure that the flow of information on the Internet remains “open,” but critics are skeptical of this power grab, are afraid that the government will start regulating Internet content as well, and think that the free market and the Internet community can police themselves.
Legal challenges or action by Congress could put a halt to the FCC’s plan, however. For instance, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky) called the FCC’s action “flawed.” Republicans believe the new rules could stifle new Internet investments.
MOVIEGUIDE® believes the government should leave the Internet alone. It also believes, however, that the companies controlling the Internet should ban pornography and shut down websites advocating violence or criminal behavior such as stealing.
– Source: Wall Street Journal, 12/21/10.
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Now more than ever we’re bombarded by darkness in media, movies, and TV. Movieguide® has fought back for almost 40 years, working within Hollywood to propel uplifting and positive content. We’re proud to say we’ve collaborated with some of the top industry players to influence and redeem entertainment for Jesus. Still, the most influential person in Hollywood is you. The viewer.
What you listen to, watch, and read has power. Movieguide® wants to give you the resources to empower the good and the beautiful. But we can’t do it alone. We need your support.
You can make a difference with as little as $7. It takes only a moment. If you can, consider supporting our ministry with a monthly gift. Thank you.
Movieguide® is a 501c3 and all donations are tax deductible.
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