So I wrote a letter to Senator Feinstein (among others) in regards to Net Neutrality and got a response. I thought it would be cool to post it, and maybe it will give people an incentive to join the coalition to protect the rights of all users and how information and websites are accessed through the internet.
Dear Mr. Jauregui:
Thank you for writing to me about open access to the Internet and network neutrality. I appreciate hearing from you.
I agree with the general principles of network neutrality that owners of the networks that provide access to the Internet should not control how consumers lawfully use that network and should not be able to discriminate against content provider access to that network.
As Congress debates changes to our telecommunications laws this year, many different proposals have been offered regarding network neutrality. The question arises whether or not action is needed to ensure unfettered access to the Internet. I believe any workable solution must balance the needs of the network, service and information providers. Please know that when legislation regarding network neutrality comes before the Senate I will be sure to keep your specific views in mind.
Again, thank you for writing. If you should have any comments or questions, I hope you will feel free to contact my Washington, DC staff at (202) 224-3841.
Sincerely yours,
Dianne Feinstein
United States Senator
I encourage you to join and sign the petition, and write letters to congress to help pass the Internet Freedom Preservation Act of 2009 (H.R. 3458).
Ryan Jauregui