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Regulating the Internet: How Much Is Too Much?
Today's topic is the Internet and the debate over net neutrality, the idea that Internet providers should treat all sources of data equally so that consumers can control what they view and use on the web. Do new federal regulations achieve that goal? In the twenty years since the internet first became a household term, has it accomplished what technology visionaries said it would? Also, the East Coast is digging out but airport delays persist, and how President Obama's appointees are changing the game at the Supreme Court. Sara Terry guest hosts.
By Sara Terry • • 52m ListenToday's topic is the Internet and the debate over net neutrality, the idea that Internet providers should treat all sources of data equally so that consumers can control what they view and use on the web. Do new federal regulations achieve that goal? In the twenty years since the internet first became a household term, has it accomplished what technology visionaries said it would? Also, the East Coast is digging out but airport delays persist, and conservatives no longer dominate the debate at the Supreme Court, thanks to the two Obama appointees who took the bench this year. Sara Terry guest hosts.
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3 storiesEast Coast Digs Out but Airport Delays Persist
There have been seven thousand cancelled flights since Sunday, resulting in tens of thousands of passengers re-booking their travel plans. Airlines are struggling to get back on track after the weekend blizzard, but that could take days. Brian Mutzabaugh is a travel reporter for USA Today .
Read the story8 minRegulating the Internet: How Much Is Too Much?
Last week, the Federal Communications Commission adopted its first-ever regulations for the Internet , rules meant to ensure equal access to the flow of cyberspace. But the new rules are already being criticized for not going far enough.
Read the story35 minNew Justices Change the Flavor of the Supreme Court
At the US Supreme Court, President Obama's two appointees are changing the tone of courtroom debates.
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