U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein on Net Neutrality

Tuesday, June 27, 2006

U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein on Net Neutrality

Here is the response I got from U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein in regards to Network Neutrality:

"Dear Mrs. Hogan:

Thank you for writing to me about open access to the Internet and network neutrality. I appreciate hearing from you.

I agree with the general principles of network neutrality that owners of the networks that provide access to the Internet should not control how consumers lawfully use that network and should not be able to discriminate against content provider access to that network.

As Congress debates changes to our telecommunications laws this year, many different proposals have been offered regarding network neutrality. The question arises whether or not action is needed to ensure unfettered access to the Internet. I believe any workable solution must balance the needs of the network, service and information providers. Please know that when legislation regarding network neutrality comes before the Senate I will be sure to keep your specific views in mind.

Again, thank you for writing. If you should have any comments or questions, I hope you will feel free to contact my Washington, DC staff at (202) 224-3841.

Sincerely yours,

Dianne Feinstein
United States Senator"

It sounds like she supports Net Neutrality, but some of the vague responses make me think that she is just being the typical politician and trying to cover her ass:

"...I agree with the general principles of network neutrality..."

"...The question arises whether or not action is needed..."

"...I will be sure to keep your specific views in mind..."

4 Shenanigans:

At 6/27/2006 11:20 AM, Monks had the nerve to say...: This is political B.S....I am going to write here today.
At 6/28/2006 6:13 AM, Bulbboy had the nerve to say...: Never believe anything that comes out of a politicians mouth. It's not that they mean to lie, they just can't help it.

:)
At 6/29/2006 12:15 PM, Ken had the nerve to say...: Thanks for posting that letter, Summer. I used it as a referrence for the article that I just faxed to DiFi showing her what a satisfactory stand on Internet Neutrality looks like.
At 10/19/2006 8:57 AM, Anonymous had the nerve to say...: I found another blog post about this senator from someone trying to run for United States Senate.