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Media & Democracy 06.20.2017

'Maybe the Worst FCC I've Ever Seen'

In just a few short months, the Trump wrecking ball has pounded away at rules and regulations in virtually every government agency. The Federal Communications Commission is no exception.

Media & Democracy 06.19.2017

Losing Net Neutrality Would Devastate Disabled Americans

Net neutrality matters to me as a disabled person because the internet is my primary source of socialization, entertainment, and news. I wasn't always disabled or chronically ill.

Media & Democracy 05.26.2017

Net Neutrality: No 21st Century Democracy Without It

Ajit Pai, the new chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, appears all too ready to deliver the open internet on a silver platter to the highest bidders.

Media & Democracy 05.8.2017

WATCH: John Oliver on Net Neutrality

Donald Trump's FCC wants to gut Net Neutrality -- take action to defend the Open Internet

Media & Democracy 01.31.2017

Trump's Dangerous Attack on Federal Regulations

The President's stated goal of a 75 percent cut in federal regulations in unattainable, and a bad idea to boot.

Media & Democracy 01.24.2017

Pai Appointment Could Signal Trouble for Open Internet

Ajit Pai, senior Republican on the FCC, has been tapped to serve as its new chairman

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