Share Your Thoughts with the FCC and Tell Them Not to Regulate the Internet

[Rob]

Dear Friends,

Over the last few weeks, there has been a growing concern among many Americans about the possibility of the government regulating the last bastion of the free market- the Internet.

You have the opportunity to let the government know where you stand on this issue. The FCC is allowing comments on its blog until Thursday, October 22nd. Join the hundreds of other voices in the comment section by visiting www.openinternet.gov and clicking the link "Join the Discussion."

There are a number of reasons to oppose a government takeover of the Internet. For those looking for a few suggestions, you may include some of the following: a takeover would disrupt a free-market that already provides the widest range of services, devices, lowest prices, and highest levels of usage in the world. Customers are already experiencing competition between wireless and broadband companies. As everyone should know, competition is the engine of innovation. There has been more innovation in this market than any other since the development of the World Wide Web.

The "net neutrality" rules, as currently written, would strangle Network companies' ability to provide customers with affordable broadband services. Private management of Networks is essential for customers to be able to enjoy many of the benefits they experience today.

The Obama administration's stated goal of access to high- speed Internet service for every American is jeopardized by the suggested FCC rules. These rules will halt private investment and eliminate the opportunity for job growth in this field.

The FCC shouldn't burden any industry with unfair regulations. The goal of the FCC should be to maintain a level playing field for all competitors involved. Any new rule should apply equally to all players in the field.

For more information on Net Neutrality, please visit www.atr.org.

Onward,
Grover Norquist