Free Press Launches 'Corruption Road' to Track Telecom Industry Influence in Washington

Free Press has launched a new tool that illustrates the millions of dollars being funneled from the major phone and cable companies into Washington's economy of influence.

Free Press Campaign Director Timothy Karr said, "In Washington, money equals power, and with this tool, we can see how AT&T, Comcast and Verizon's money is being used to kill public interest policies like Net Neutrality. Ultimately, their goal is to turn Washington against the common sense idea that the FCC should have a role in preserving the open Internet, protecting consumers' rights and fostering universal access to broadband. If their misinformation campaign succeeds, the open and affordable Internet will be in serious danger."