We need an open internet. If AT&T, Comcast start charging users for use of Google Maps, YouTube, Facebook, and other sites and services, we will have a serious problem and the price of using the internet will become cost prohibitive for many people.  Do the ISPs have the right to dictate by charging users what they can and cannot use?

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the Open Internet

Network neutrality is the idea that your cellular, cable, or phone internet connection should treat all websites and services the same. Big companies like AT&T, Verizon, and Comcast want to treat them differently so they can charge you more depending on what you use.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is currently debating legislation to define limits for internet service providers (ISPs). The hope is that they will keep the internet open and prevent companies from discriminating against different kinds of websites and services.

Why is this important?

• 1A free and open internet is the single greatest technology of our culture, and control should not be at the mercy of corporations.

• 2A free and open internet stimulates competition.
• 3A free and open internet helps prevent unfair pricing practices.
• 4A free and open internet promotes innovation.

• 5A free and open internet is more trustworthy and honest.
• 6A free and open internet drives businesses.
• 7A free and open internet protects the freedom of speech.

Without an open internet, big corporations would have tight control over how we access websites and services. Please do your part to keep the internet a cornerstone of freedom and opportunity.