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“Congress should consult experts and consider alternatives and make 100% sure that any step it takes to police the Internet doesn't change the Internet as we know it.” quote by Ron Wyden
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“Congress should consult experts and consider alternatives and make 100% sure that any step it takes to police the Internet doesn't change the Internet as we know it.”

Ron Wyden

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Source Speech: Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation hearing, 2022

Policymakers must ensure internet regulation protects the platform’s openness while addressing safety, requiring expert input and careful design.

In simple terms: Regulation should not damage the internet.

Key Takeaway

Balance safety with freedom.

Themes

policy technology internet freedom regulation expert advice

Mood

cautious concerned

Type

political policy

When to use this quote

  • drafting internet laws
  • consulting tech experts
  • protecting net neutrality

Key Concepts

public safety digital rights legislative process

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who should be consulted on tech policy?
  • What safeguards keep the internet open?
A Different Perspective

Implementation may be slowed by political disagreement.

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