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>removing NN is like gifting the ISPs the chance to further reward themselves for maintaining their monopoly This is one of those things that seems to stick in
by libertyEQ 9y ago
>removing NN is like gifting the ISPs the chance to further reward themselves for maintaining their monopoly
This is one of those things that seems to stick in the craw of some, as if when you "stick it to the man" you'll benefit some how. Notice how you used the word "force?" That is authoritarianism by definition. I think all technical people can agree that the goal is for our ISPs to behave in a way that conforms with the principles of net neutrality. Where we differ is how to reach that end. I am one that does not believe the end justifies the means, and that patience is a virtue.
- lovehashbrowns 9y agoYes, the government forces companies to do things. How awful. Here are some of the many awful things the government forces companies to do: - ADA - Non-discrimination - Antitrust - Health regulations How authoritarian! I'm glad that the spooky A-word is scaring you into letting ISPs continue their money-grubbing practices. I'm done with that business. I hope NN sticks around and their lobbying efforts go down the drain (AKA into politician's pockets apparently).
- libertyEQ 9y agoIf that is the extent of your understanding of authoritarianism vs. liberty, that's your prerogative. I believe there is more nuance involved than your comment indicates. If your goal is to create more trump voters, you are off to a good start.
- lovehashbrowns 9y agoOh my! Now I'm curious. How does whatever I said create more trump voters?