As most of you are aware, the COPE Act (HR 5252) emerged from committee without the hoped for Network Neutrality language proposed by Rep. Markey.

I highly recommend that you review materials at Save Access [1], and take the actions requested on their top node, today. Please also reach out through your networks, asking others to take action. Unless the legislation is significantly modified, fundamental Internet principles such as Anti-Discrimination or Network Neutrality will be cast aside. Community Access networks are likewise at stake. Local governments, where the public has the greatest hope for accountability will no longer be able assure full service coverage in their communities. Read up on the materials at Save Access Readings [2] and other sources such as the Benton Foundation [3], Common Cause [4] or Save the Internet Coalition [5].