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It's important that we don't let this happen in a bubble. We have to show that citizens are behind Megaupload (in this case). The recording industry has no qual
by tiles 15y ago
It's important that we don't let this happen in a bubble. We have to show that citizens are behind Megaupload (in this case). The recording industry has no qualms on speaking on behalf of public interest, and I can imagine they'll suggest the public would prefer censorship with false positives than to risk "hurting musicians" through piracy.
If there have been other cases where artists have had music taken down by recording labels that did not own copyright, now would be a good time to bring them back to light.
- jasonlotito 15y agoWhile we are fighting the recording companies, why not put pressure on the people that give them power: the artists themselves? UMG is speaking on their behalf, acting on their behalf. If they are going to play the musicians card, why not strike back. It's one thing to hear the music industry wants to silence your speech. It's another thing when your favorite artist supports the same efforts.