mi_buger

So, what is the President going to actually DO? The FCC Chairman Wheeler does not seem to want to cooperate with consumers on this issue, and seems beholden to companies like his former employer. I know he couldn't easily replace Wheeler, but what actions is the president planning on doing besides talking about this on the White House website? Thanks for doing this AMA so quickly after announcing views on net neutrality.

Thank you for your response. I was one of many who responded to the FCC when they asked for public comment. Is the President going to attempt anything more aggressive (through legislation, new appointments, etc.) than simply asking the FCC and outlining it for them? I would like to say that while I am critical of the situation, I am glad that the President is coming out with a pretty unambiguous definition of what net neutrality means to him.

FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler wrote this statement in response to Obama's statement about net neutrality. Does the President's administration believe what he is saying at all? How do they plan on keeping him accountable, considering his employment history?

The FCC is an independent commission. The President can nominate people to the FCC and the Senate has to approve them. Presidents cannot change their rules via executive order.

They didn't pay for the internet fast lane!