Fundamentally, adopting rules without any estimate of the impact is the height of arbitrary decision-making. — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
I think there are ramifications for having rules when you don't have a problem. — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
The overall effect of the Kid Vid rules has been to force networks to prioritize less popular content. Some of this programming… — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
Net neutrality rules have been premised on the incentives and ability of ISPs to engage in harmful conduct, not actual harms. I… — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
No, we didn't 'slash' children's programming or eviscerate our rules by creating loopholes to allow those inclined to avoid airing any kids'… — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
Instead of fostering investment and innovation through deregulation, the FCC will be devoting its resources to adopting new rules without any evidence… — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
While repealing net neutrality rules grabs headlines... net neutrality started as a consumer issue but soon became a stepping stone to impose… — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
Importantly, while PBS is subject to some of the Commission's Kid Vid rules, its business model is designed around community programming, and… — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
In the end, I am confident that we can revise our rules to provide necessary and appropriate flexibility for local broadcasters while… — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
American families want high-quality children's television programming. Unfortunately, due to outdated rules, broadcasters are hamstrung from meeting market demand. — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
During its retransmission dispute, CBS pulled its signal off of certain cable TV systems - and also blocked all Time Warner broadband customers from… — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
Quite simply, when D.C. Metro riders - often the first to see a problem developing - try to notify first responders, they frequently are… — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
While I originally sought broader reforms to the Kid Vid regulations, what we have ended up with is a reasoned and balanced compromise. In… — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
Fundamentally, adopting rules without any estimate of the impact is the height of arbitrary decision-making. — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
Arguably, the application of complete libertarianism leads one towards anarchy. — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
I know that there is a near unanimous view in Congress that state or local taxes on Internet access would directly deter the ability… — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
First, a company cannot knowingly make misrepresentations and inaccurate statements before the Commission... It appears that Netflix made accusations of wrongdoing by ISPs, all… — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
Preventing staff from having too much influence and decision-making power is fairly easy. Appropriate procedural safeguards can be installed to prevent staff from, among… — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
I view edge providers as a significant bright spot in our struggling economy. They are tirelessly innovating, growing, and meeting - often exceeding -… — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
Well, the United States will continue to be a world leader in wireless communications. — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
Allowing staff to dictate frameworks and policy outcomes without appropriate checks by elected leaders has corrosive effects. — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
In reality, anyone can call themselves a conservative. There is no secret handshake or written test to prove your bona fides. But the true… — Michael O'Rielly Copy Share Image
