If we view the internet as vital to nurturing a healthy democracy, something that allows for the free exchange of ideas, then why on earth would we think that a profit-driven internet service provider would want the internet to be the same thing?
Left unchecked, corporate ISP's can stifle debate by charging outrageous fees, censor content that they deem to be offensive, or consolidate to such an extent that no real competition exists.
Take a listen to the closing arguments at the latest FCC hearing on net neutrality. Because who knows, if the net doesn't remain neutral, you may never hear this type of dissent broadcast on the net again.
Audio link here.
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