Robert McDowell

Wiley Rein

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Partner at the Washington law firm of Wiley Rein and a visiting fellow at the Hudson Institute; former Republican commissioner and senior member of the Federal Communications Commission  (2006-2013)

Robert McDowell on KCRW

After massive lobbying, and four million public comments, the Federal Communications Commission has endorsed "net neutrality."

Round One Goes to Net Neutrality

After massive lobbying, and four million public comments, the Federal Communications Commission has endorsed "net neutrality."

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The Federal Communications Commission is faced with a crucial decision on open access to the Internet.

Is "Net Neutrality" Essential to the American Way of Life?

The Federal Communications Commission is faced with a crucial decision on open access to the Internet.

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