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August 16, 2012

Commissioner Pai on the Right (Speed) Track

New FCC Commissioner Ajit Pai is on the right track calling for the FCC to speed up its reviews in order to reduce uncertainty and other hindrances to innovation. Ultimately, the FCC should adopt forbearance as its default position, stepping in to regulate only in cases of demonstrable harm.

August 9, 2012

Fault!

In regard to tennis, an invalid serve; in regard to sound public policy, a dangerous rewriting of the rules.

August 7, 2012

Taking a Multi-Country Stand Against a U.N. Takeover of the Internet

A couple weeks ago Mr. Rubio, along with Senator McCaskill and a bi-partisan group of co-sponsoring senators, introduced a resolution that if approved would demonstrate the U.S. government's commitment to Internet freedom by opposing the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) and some countries' efforts to impose international regulations dictating how the Internet is to be operated.

July 26, 2012

Testifying Before Congress? There Is No App for That

There is no simple solution when it comes to taxing ecommerce transactions.

July 19, 2012

Thank You, Sir, May I Have Another?

The states are looking for more revenue, and digital goods and services are at the top of their lists.

July 12, 2012

The Constitution Is a 'Loophole'?

Haven't we already seen enough damage done to the Constitution with legislation that raises taxes and increases costs?

July 5, 2012

The Power of FUD

The opposition to the TPP consists of accusations of secrecy driven by anti-globalization ideologues.

June 29, 2012

A Tale of Two Islands

Even in the most remote areas of the country service providers are already providing Internet access, even while searching for ways to provide even faster access.

June 21, 2012

Both Sides of the Free Culture Debate

An NPR intern revels in the fact she has illegally downloaded thousands of songs for free; a musician explains the real costs of her "free" music.

June 14, 2012

The New Colossus...What Happened?

Securing the best and brightest from around the globe to plant their ideas and grow their dreams here returns dividends to every current U.S. citizen.

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