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“The Internet has exceeded our collective expectations as a revolutionary spring of information, news, and ideas. It is essential that we keep that spring flowing. We must not thwart the Internet's availability by taxing access to it.” quote by Chris Cannon
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“The Internet has exceeded our collective expectations as a revolutionary spring of information, news, and ideas. It is essential that we keep that spring flowing. We must not thwart the Internet's availability by taxing access to it.”

Chris Cannon

About This Quote

Source Speech: Internet Freedom Advocacy, 2015

The Internet is a vital source of information and ideas; it must stay open and affordable, not hindered by taxes.

In simple terms: Internet should stay free and accessible.

Key Takeaway

Support policies that keep the web open.

Themes

technology freedom policy

Mood

concerned optimistic

Type

policy advocacy

When to use this quote

  • public libraries
  • online education
  • activism
  • business innovation

Key Concepts

digital rights information flow

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are the risks of over‑regulating the web?
  • How can we fund internet infrastructure without restricting access?
A Different Perspective

Taxation may fund public services; balancing costs is complex.

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