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Gender Slurs: Why What Rush Limbaugh Said Is So Damning to Women

Sarah O'Leary | Posted 05.13.2012

Sarah O'Leary

Rush Limbaugh's use of "slut" and "prostitute" was a textbook example of how horrifically damning gender slurs are, and why such forms of abuse deserve swift and serious action.

Justice Dept. Sees Through AT&T's Jobs "Promise"

Dave Saldana | Posted 11.07.2011

Dave Saldana

Perhaps instead of kicking, screaming and spending millions trying to force the T-Mobile deal through, AT&T should just pay T-Mobile its $6 billion break-up fee, and spend $3.8 billion providing better service for its customers.

Don't Deny the Mobile Capacity Crunch

Jonathan Spalter | Posted 07.05.2011

Jonathan Spalter

The details of the spectrum debate at times can seem inscrutable and abstract to all but the most ardent of policy wonks. But the stakes for consumers and our economy couldn't be more plainly evident.

Wireless Wonderland

Jonathan Spalter | Posted 05.25.2011

Jonathan Spalter

I am truly amazed by the mobile technology that has been unveiled at this year's CTIA Wireless show in Orlando, Florida.

Where Do We Go After Tucson?

Alex Nogales | Posted 05.25.2011

Alex Nogales

Recent events have set the table for the FCC and the NTIA to help this country have an informed national discussion about the impact of our spiraling rhetoric.

Why Fanboys/Girls Want Net Neutrality

Lowell Peterson | Posted 05.25.2011

Lowell Peterson

It's time for Net Neutrality advocates to redouble our efforts to court web video watchers, indie film fans and people who love web comedy sites to take action. These are the people who rely on the unbridled content of the open internet.

A Scary Picture for the Future of the Wireless Web

Craig Aaron | Posted 05.25.2011

Craig Aaron

The fight over Net Neutrality -- that fundamental principle that keeps the Internet open and free from discrimination -- can get pretty wonky. It's s...

FCC Appears to Find Middle Road to Hope

Danny Bakewell | Posted 05.25.2011

Danny Bakewell

Getting connected online would provide a much-needed lifeline for struggling communities of color while empowering all Americans to survive and thrive in the new millennium and beyond.

The Fox TV/Cablevision Fight, and How The FCC Can Find Its 'Man Pants.'

Harold Feld | Posted 05.25.2011

Harold Feld

How on Earth did the FCC get reduced from the consumer protection "cop on the beat" to pathetically tweeting the playoffs?

Verizon-Google: There's a Hard Rain Coming

Alan Grayson | Posted 05.25.2011

Alan Grayson

It's time for all of us to step up. We need for the law to protect the internet: no discrimination in pricing or in service

Hey Google, That's Bullsh*t

Sam Seder | Posted 05.25.2011

Sam Seder

There's nothing more depressing than when a trusted friend breaks a promise. Particularly, when that friend is so massive that they have the ability to un-democratize the internet almost single-handedly.

Snowepocalypse Now: Senators Back An Open Internet

Art Brodsky | Posted 05.25.2011

Art Brodsky

The Senators who harp on the FCC's need to go to Congress to reverse a decision the Commission previously made know that Congress will never act in a timely fashion, if at all, to protect broadband consumers.

Bring the Power Back to the People

Danny Bakewell | Posted 05.25.2011

Danny Bakewell

Rather than the FCC acting unilaterally, Congressional action on broadband is the only true way to bring the power back to the people.

Summer Rerun At The FCC: AT&T Tries for Scream 2 (Broadband)

Art Brodsky | Posted 05.25.2011

Art Brodsky

AT&T is once again swarming all over Capitol Hill getting their pet legislators to sign yet another disingenuous letter, this time claiming that consumer protection, universal service, and other much needed items are just a "distraction".

Internet's Future in America -- You Must Play A Role in Crafting It

Jose Antonio Vargas | Posted 05.25.2011

Jose Antonio Vargas

We all must play a role in developing the Internet's future. So record a video, go on CitizenTube, and upload a question to the the Federal Communication Commission.

"Genachowski Calls it Right on Mobile Broadband"

Jonathan Spalter | Posted 05.25.2011

Jonathan Spalter

Speaking this week at the New America Foundation, FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski offered a widely anticipated prelude to next month's formal unveilin...

FCC Chief Seeks Broad Open-Internet Rules

WSJ | Posted 05.25.2011

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Julius Genachowski is proposing that the agency apply tougher open-Internet rules broadly, raising concerns...

FCC Chairman Channels Bruce Springsteen To Explain Net Neutrality

WSJ | Posted 05.25.2011

We're not sure just where Bruce Springsteen stands on open Internet policies, said Federal Communications Commission Julius Genachowski Monday at a mu...

FCC: Bigger U.S. Role In Broadband Is Likely

wsj.com | AMY SCHATZ | Posted 05.25.2011

The Federal Communications Commission began to lay the groundwork for a bigger federal role in the broadband business Wednesday, outlining the hurdles...

The Open Internet: Preserving the Freedom to Innovate

Julius Genachowski | Posted 05.25.2011

Julius Genachowski

The key to the Internet's success has been its openness...Notwithstanding its unparalleled record of success, today the free and open Internet faces emerging and substantial challenges.

Do We Need More Internet Regulation? FCC to Decide

Joe Waz | Posted 05.25.2011

Joe Waz

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Julius Genachowski Confirmed As FCC Chair

AP | Posted 05.25.2011

WASHINGTON — The Senate on Thursday confirmed Julius Genachowski as head of the Federal Communications Commission and Robert McDowell for a seco...

100 Days In Obama Tech Policy -- A Solid B With Strong Upside

Art Brodsky | Posted 05.25.2011

Art Brodsky

The Obama Internet and tech agenda came roaring out of the transition under a full head of steam. Now it's more or less creeping along, bogged down largely by circumstances beyond its control.

Julius Genachowski, Obama Law School Classmate, Nominated To Head FCC

AP | Posted 05.25.2011

WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama on Tuesday named Julius Genachowski, a friend from Harvard Law School, as his nominee to chair the Federal C...

Indie Music Memo To FCC: We Need A Level Playing Field Too

Rich Bengloff | Posted 05.25.2011

Rich Bengloff

Just like the free exchange of ideas, freedom in the arts requires equal access for players of all sizes. When it's up to fans, demand for independent music increases dramatically.