It's Time to Save the Broadband "Cop on the Beat"

[Commentary] Does the Federal Communications Commission have the authority it needs to enact major portions of the National Broadband Plan? Without a "cop on the beat," the fate of broadband consumer protection regulations such as privacy, transparency and emergency communications will be at risk, as will other initiatives to ensure great access to broadband and greater adoption of broadband by the disadvantaged.

Let's examine the main arguments against placing broadband Internet access under Title II and separate the myths from the facts.
Myth #1: This debate is all about network neutrality
Myth #2: If the FCC returns to Title II, it must apply all Title II regulation to broadband Internet access services
Myth #3: Title II regulation would apply to Google and Akamai
Myth #4: Title II regulation would deter investment
Myth #5: "Legal precedent" will make it difficult for the FCC to change its position