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Posted on August 15.2008 by dgerardi
You know that age-old adage, “no news is good news.” Well in the case of CNN, I will have to disagree. Instead I would say one journalist is better than no journalists, making the new adage, “One journalist reporting the news is better than no journalists reporting the news.”

Posted on August 1.2008 by charlesuchu
When I read of the recent action by the FCC against Comcast, I see another step forward in this road of the legal grasping towards some definition of Network Neutrality. We need vigilance though, as it has mostly asked questions and is still in a motion of allowing the market to define it for them.

Posted on July 31.2008 by dgerardi
China’s ability to wiggle out of its responsibilities as host of the 2008 Olympic Games is amazing, yet predictable.

Posted on July 24.2008 by dgerardi
There is nothing new about criticism of local television news. It’s been a target for ages because of its almost exclusive focus on viewer ratings, resulting in an emphasis on soft issues, expensive technology, and sensationalist stories.

Posted on July 15.2008 by Poor News Network
A race and class analysis was scarce at the National Conference on Media Reform
By Tiny of PoorNewsNetwork

Posted on July 15.2008 by Megan Tady
Broadcasters can rest easy and not worry about covering local elections in Chicago and Milwaukee thanks to an FCC decision released last week.

Posted on July 10.2008 by dgerardi
As a follow-up to my blog on how digital television may affect low-power television stations, I would now like to discuss the DTV transition in relation to civil liberties.

Posted on July 9.2008 by sojs
Okay, my first blog post ever. It seems recent polls put Congress' approval rating down in the single digits, and the President's in the low teens or twenties. Is it any wonder?
There's a debate happening in the Senate now, about FISA and the telecom immunity issue. Here's a letter I sent off to my senators earlier today. I hope it helps but I'm not holding my breath.
Please read on and enjoy if you care to ...

Posted on July 2.2008 by thisendupfilms
ATTENTION ALL INTERNET AND MUSIC FANS!
We are making a documentary about the internet and music and we're looking for footage from you! Subject matter can range from anything about the internet, Net Neutrality or even about your favorite artist or rock star. Did you shoot photos or footage at a rally, concert or event that pertains to the internet and freedom of expression? If so we'd love to see it.

Posted on July 2.2008 by dgerardi
Last week, Thailand’s government announced they would be offering free wireless Internet service at over 15,000 hotspots in Bangkok for one year.
