Net Neutrality is the that Internet service providers and governments enable access to all content regardless of the source. Ajit Pai is President Donald Trump’s pick for chairman of the FCC. A former lawyer for Verizon, Pai has been quoted as saying he is in favor of the idea of Net Neutrality but he opposes Title II of the . “I favor a free and open internet and I oppose Title II. That’s pretty much all I can say.” As much as Pai would like a free and open internet, the things he prefers and opposes might be difficult to reconcile.On April 3, 2017 President Trump signed legislation...…Net Neutrality is the that Internet service providers and governments enable access to all content regardless of the source. Ajit Pai is President Donald Trump’s pick for chairman of the FCC. A former lawyer for Verizon, Pai has been quoted as saying he is in favor of the idea of Net Neutrality but he opposes Title II of the . “I favor a free and open internet and I oppose Title II. That’s pretty much all I can say.” As much as Pai would like a free and open internet, the things he prefers and opposes might be difficult to reconcile.On April 3, 2017 President Trump signed legislation...WW…

When the governments of Australia, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand moved at roughly the same time to regulate social media, establishment news sources were quick to label it a regional problem.In April 2019, for example, Singapore’s government introduced a bill banning fake news. This bill would obligate social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter to remove or modify posts that the Singapore government considers false. Additionally, individuals spreading misinformation online could be hit with steep punishment, including jail time or a fine. What constitutes “misinformation,” in the...…When the governments of Australia, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand moved at roughly the same time to regulate social media, establishment news sources were quick to label it a regional problem.In April 2019, for example, Singapore’s government introduced a bill banning fake news. This bill would obligate social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter to remove or modify posts that the Singapore government considers false. Additionally, individuals spreading misinformation online could be hit with steep punishment, including jail time or a fine. What constitutes “misinformation,” in the...WW…

While many of the rationalizations describe resources, especially oil, as the reasons why we should be Libya, an increasing number of people think these reasons revolve around financial reasons and protecting the value of the American dollar.According to the IMF, Libya’s Central Bank is 100% state owned. It is significant that in the months running up to the UN resolution that allowed the US and its allies to send troops into Libya, Muammar al-Qaddafi was openly advocating the creation of a new currency that would rival the dollar and the euro. They would sell oil and other resources to the...…While many of the rationalizations describe resources, especially oil, as the reasons why we should be Libya, an increasing number of people think these reasons revolve around financial reasons and protecting the value of the American dollar.According to the IMF, Libya’s Central Bank is 100% state owned. It is significant that in the months running up to the UN resolution that allowed the US and its allies to send troops into Libya, Muammar al-Qaddafi was openly advocating the creation of a new currency that would rival the dollar and the euro. They would sell oil and other resources to the...WW…

Given that children now spend much of their time playing and socializing online, a recent UK House of Lords report deemed online safety as important as reading and writing. The 5Rights Civil Society Initiative, founded by House of Lords member Beeban Kidron, is taking a rights-based approach that looks at internet safety and literacy for young people. With this unique framework of five fundamental rights, youth are empowered to access the digital world creatively, knowledgeably, and fearlessly.While headlines concentrate on stranger danger and unsuitable content, the structure of the...…Given that children now spend much of their time playing and socializing online, a recent UK House of Lords report deemed online safety as important as reading and writing. The 5Rights Civil Society Initiative, founded by House of Lords member Beeban Kidron, is taking a rights-based approach that looks at internet safety and literacy for young people. With this unique framework of five fundamental rights, youth are empowered to access the digital world creatively, knowledgeably, and fearlessly.While headlines concentrate on stranger danger and unsuitable content, the structure of the...WW…

    fundedThis website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing...…    fundedThis website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing...WW…

Drug statistics reveal that President George Bush lied when he announced we were winning the war on drugs.SOURCES: IN THESE TIMES, 5/20/92, “Drug Deaths Rise As the War Contin­ues,” by Mike Males; EXTRA!, September 1992, “Don’t Forget the Hype: Media, Drugs and Public Opinion,” by Micah Fink. of raised This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.…Drug statistics reveal that President George Bush lied when he announced we were winning the war on drugs.SOURCES: IN THESE TIMES, 5/20/92, “Drug Deaths Rise As the War Contin­ues,” by Mike Males; EXTRA!, September 1992, “Don’t Forget the Hype: Media, Drugs and Public Opinion,” by Micah Fink. of raised This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.WW…

A series by Nolan HigdonView a version of this article that includes citation here: This is the third article (see & ) in a five part series examining the US legal system. The series collectively argues that corporate media and political rhetoric have made Americans acquiescent toward corruption in the US legal system. This piece examines how public ambivalence toward a justice system which operates for profit not public good has created a breeding ground for corruption.On September 15, 2008, the corporate media obsessively reminded viewers that the 158 year-old global financial...…A series by Nolan HigdonView a version of this article that includes citation here: This is the third article (see & ) in a five part series examining the US legal system. The series collectively argues that corporate media and political rhetoric have made Americans acquiescent toward corruption in the US legal system. This piece examines how public ambivalence toward a justice system which operates for profit not public good has created a breeding ground for corruption.On September 15, 2008, the corporate media obsessively reminded viewers that the 158 year-old global financial...WW…

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This article focuses on the lack of effort that the food industry has put towards using more recyclable and compostable packaging. The groups, As You Sow and the Natural Resources Defense Council published the report that brought this to light. The two groups analyzed the 47 companies using 4 criteria which are: source reduction, or switching to reusable packaging; recycled content; recyclability and materials used; and boosting materials recycling. None of the companies reached the best level of packaging. Only two of the 47 companies were recognized as having better practices, and the top...…This article focuses on the lack of effort that the food industry has put towards using more recyclable and compostable packaging. The groups, As You Sow and the Natural Resources Defense Council published the report that brought this to light. The two groups analyzed the 47 companies using 4 criteria which are: source reduction, or switching to reusable packaging; recycled content; recyclability and materials used; and boosting materials recycling. None of the companies reached the best level of packaging. Only two of the 47 companies were recognized as having better practices, and the top...WW…

Jeff Bezos, the Amazon CEO and the new owner of the Washington Post, maintains a $600 million contract with the CIA related to Amazon’s Cloud data storage system.  Would Bezos’s potentially conflicting interests limit the Washington Post ability or willingness to publish negative news involving the CIA?As context, Solomon notes that, “Even for a multi-billionaire like Bezos, a $600 million contract is a big deal. That’s more than twice as much as Bezos paid to buy the Post four months ago.”Journalism scholar Robert W. McChesney points out, “Citizens need to know about this...…Jeff Bezos, the Amazon CEO and the new owner of the Washington Post, maintains a $600 million contract with the CIA related to Amazon’s Cloud data storage system.  Would Bezos’s potentially conflicting interests limit the Washington Post ability or willingness to publish negative news involving the CIA?As context, Solomon notes that, “Even for a multi-billionaire like Bezos, a $600 million contract is a big deal. That’s more than twice as much as Bezos paid to buy the Post four months ago.”Journalism scholar Robert W. McChesney points out, “Citizens need to know about this...WW…