Don’t Let The Internet Die in The Hands of Government

This is not a political blog by no means, but when something comes to my attention that is so egregious I am compelled to take part. 

The internet is a free form of expression where we can share ideas, pass information, publicize wrongdoings, give those with no voice a voice, offer aid and support to disaster victims, speak up for change and a plethora of other collaborative efforts.

The U.S. government wants to change all of it. SOPA and PIPA are pending US legislation that creates a punishing Internet censorship regime and exports it to the rest of the world.

On Jan 24th, Congress will vote to pass internet censorship in the Senate, even though the vast majority of Americans are opposed. We need to kill the bill - PIPA in the Senate and SOPA in the House - to protect our rights to free speech, privacy, and prosperity.

This blog, your blog or website, your favorite blog or website could not exist if either of these bills are passed. Piracy is wrong, but this is not the right way to fight it.

If you feel inclined, you can sign this petition and write your local congressional representative.