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HokieHutch

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I am knowledgeable about the debate and worked for one of the big tech firm


It just isn't black and white IMO. Both arguments have some merit. i.e. equal access and let the economy work unfettered.

I just think that anyone who is over the top in their language here likely isn't thinking through all of the implications.

Personally, I think ISP should be a utility, fair and equal (cost, speed, etc.). However, an ISP should not have any other lines of services so to prevent a bad market influence. However, that is not the choice here and both choices have pro/cons IMO.

I don't think it is an Obama/Trump thing ... but it is a very complex issue with pitfalls with all choices IMO.

(In response to this post by HokieSignGuy)

Posted: 12/14/2017 at 4:24PM



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  Exactly ** -- HokieSignGuy 12/14/2017 3:57PM
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  Oh and yes. If you don't believe me ... -- Beerman 12/14/2017 3:07PM
  Plus, they have already tried it before... -- HokieSignGuy 12/14/2017 3:24PM
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