Here is How to Get Open Internet Rules Right

[Commentary] Public Knowledge and Common Cause submitted comments in the Federal Communications Commission’s Open Internet proceeding. In the comments we made clear that the FCC must move quickly to establish strong, enforceable open internet rules that can withstand the inevitable court challenge.

Here are some of the high-level points:

• The Open Internet is Important.
• Title II is the Best Way to Protect an Open Internet.
• Open Internet is Broader Than Net Neutrality.
• Phone Principles (Service to all Americans, Competition & Interconnection, Consumer Protection, Network Reliability, Public Safety) Can Help Guide Internet Access Principles.
• The FCC Should Promote Rural and Municipal Broadband.