[clue-talk] Net neutrality

[Matt Gushee]

Jeff Cann wrote:

> My point is that our general level of worry is proportional to the 
> proximity of legislation being written into law.  If this topic is in 
> committee, not nearing the floor it need not keep you up at night.  In 
> particular, your representative may not be on a particular committee so 
> writing to someone on the committee who isn't your rep. is not ideal.  
> My rule of thumb is that if the topic is going to the 'floor' - i.e., 
> voted by either part of the Congress, then it's time to tell your reps. 
> where you stand.

In principle I have some issues with this position. Theoretically, We 
the People should be able to *constructively* influence a bill, and the 
best time to do that is when it's in committee.

In practice, though, I suppose you're right, since the best citizens can 
usually do is to kill legislation we don't like. <sigh>

-- 
Matt Gushee
The Reluctant Geek: http://matt.gushee.net/rg/