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The Forgotten Story of How Conservatives Shaped the Internet w/ Becca Lewis

Tech Won't Save Us

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The Evolution of Internet Policy

This chapter explores the historical shifts in internet policy from the 1990s, focusing on the clash between public-interest ideals and the rise of neoliberal agendas. It examines the ramifications of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 on media ownership and the commercialization of the internet, alongside the influence of advocacy groups and conservative agendas in shaping the current media landscape.

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