On Tue, 15 Jul 2008 14:12:19 -0500, VideoVic46 wrote:

> It cost ATT a bundle to debate this issue and finally take action to filter
> out the alt groups, including many that many of us considered a value add to
> the ATT IP service bundle. Pressure did not come from those that enjoyed the
> hundreds of free communications from friends around the world, it came from
> a a well organized group of narrow minded biggots and fear mongers. Some of
> these are on the ATT board and some are within company management.
>
> Hopefully, with a massive change in the Washington policy makers, a new
> vision of freedom will spring from these recessionary times of repression.

Don't hold your breath.

> At least we have had a taste of freedom.

FWIW, Time Warner dropped its Usenet access as well. I'm currently
subscribed to individual.net for 15 euros per year.

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