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Net Neutrality Rules: Illogical logic governs what ISPs can block

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As we recently discussed, the FCC’s new Net Neutrality rules forbid Internet service providers (ISPs) from blocking access to certain materials. These rules make clear that “fixed broadband” ISPs (AKA cable and DSL Internet providers) cannot block access to lawful materials. But, illogically, whether they can block access to unlawful materials is not at all clear.

September Newsletter: Success stories, challenging AT&T, and Blogworld 2011

Our September newsletter brings news of success stories fighting DMCA abuse, a grant awarded by the California Consumer Protection Foundation, and our continuing efforts to stop the AT&T-Tmobile merger. 

You can also catch us in person at Media Law in the Digital Age in October, a conference coproduced by Harvard Berkman Center's Digital Media Law Project and the Center for Sustainable Journalism at Kennesaw State University, as well as Blogworld 2011 in LA in November.

Next Drumbeat meeting: October 12th 6pm at Bamboo Lounge in Hillcrest!

Join us as Drumbeat organizers, potential organizers and helpful community members come together to shape different elements of Drumbeat San Diego. We will be speaking about passion projects, possible ways we can build projects for Drumbeat and getting involved in fun activities that enrich the event.

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