Posts tagged Genachowski

25,000 People Tell FCC to Put the Public First, Support Net Neutrality
Megan Tady
October 21, 2009

What happens when some members of Congress don’t speak for the people they represent? We speak for ourselves.

At first, the numbers seemed daunting -- dozens of our lawmakers sold out their own constituents by urging the FCC to rethink its plans to adopt new Net Neutrality protections.

Media Alliance Letter to FCC in Support of Net Neutrality
The Media Alliance
October 21, 2009

Media Alliance, which has been advocating for a democratic and accessible media system since 1976, urges you to support and implement Chairman Genachowski’s call for a neutral Internet future. The Internet has been a key driver in innovation, free speech and civic participation in the United States and we must maintain an even playing field for all.

They Work for Us
Megan Tady
October 16, 2009

Sometimes you have to remind Washington politicians whom they really work for. Today is one of those days.

Arguments Against Net Neutrality Grow Mold
Tim Karr
October 1, 2009

What does the debate over Net Neutrality have in common with a zombie horror flick? As the phone and cable companies send out a brainless horde of shills and lobbyists, it's not hard to make the connection.

Industry Nonsense on Net Neutrality
Megan Tady
September 25, 2009

The industry frenzy has begun. Big phone and cable companies are frantically grasping at anything they can lob against Net Neutrality since the FCC’s announcement Monday that it would expand rules to protect the principle.

Obama Agrees with FCC on Net Neutrality
Megan Tady
September 21, 2009

Just when I thought the day couldn’t get any brighter, I read President Obama’s plug for Net Neutrality. Somebody get me some sunglasses; I’m practically blinded by the good news.

FCC Chief 'Boldly' Commits to Net Neutrality
Tim Karr
September 21, 2009

The fight for Net Neutrality took a big step forward on Monday with the chair of the Federal Communications Commission announcing plans to expand the rules to protect a free and open Internet.

FCC May Propose New Net Neutrality Rules
Megan Tady
September 18, 2009

Clear your schedule on Monday to tune in to what could be an exciting announcement from the FCC: plans to move on Net Neutrality.

FCC Chairman Julius Genachowksi will appear on a panel at the Brookings Institution on Monday to discuss the national broadband plan and Net Neutrality.

FCC Probe Puts Carriers in the Crosshairs
Tim Karr
August 28, 2009

The Federal Communications Commission has turned up the heat on the wireless industry expanding its probe of mobile phone practices following widespread complaints about a lack of competition, openness and innovation.

FCC Chief Stands with Public Interest in Support of Net Neutrality
Tim Karr
August 26, 2009

The Federal Communications Commission will stand with the public interest to prevent Internet providers from blocking, slowing or in any way degrading lawful content on the Web.

New FCC Chair Brings Us One Step Closer to Net Neutrality
Tim Karr
June 26, 2009

Julius Genachowski, a strong proponent of Net Neutrality, was confirmed by the Senate late Thursday to be the influential chairman of the Federal Communications Commission.

Net Neutrality Advocate to Lead FCC
Tim Karr
January 13, 2009

President-elect Barack Obama is due to tap Net Neutrality supporter Julius Genachowski to become chair of the Federal Communications Commission.