As The Kids Say "Ya Mad, Bro" (or) Getting Really Tired Of The "Only Two Choices" Stances

Aaaand Twitter exploded with people opposing the removal of "net neutrality."  Or in support.  Or maybe just posting lolcats.

Whatever.

I'd completely ignore all this if not for noticing a particular comment from the more animated of the two original Mythbusters.

Now, I'm all for free access to communication methods, with as little "control" as possible.  Notice, I don't mean no oversight at all, especially within said methods.  Ham radio operators have to get certified and registered.  Cellphones operate through a tower system, the access of which is via a contract.  Even letters require proper documentation and payment.  Are there limits to who can do these things?  No, and there really shouldn't be.

(And, yes, there are age limits, which there should be, for things like cellphones.  Its a safety think, like driving.)

What has been said that I'm interested in is the notion that internet usage is a "civil right."  That I disagree with.  I know, I know, everyone automatically thinks its a "free speech" issue.  Yes, but is that all there is to this?  No.  There is safety.

Anyone can walk into a grocery store and purchase things.  However, if you want to buy alcohol, you will need to be of proper age.  This is fair.

But doesn't that infringe on "civil rights" since it is limiting access to products?  No.

Does that answer the issue of should/should not "net neutrality" remain?  I've no idea, since I'm not very well informed regarding the actual content of the regulations.  I'm all for reducing regulations that are not in place to defend users from harm.

If removing "net neutrality" means getting access to porn is much more difficult, I'm all for it.

If removing "net neutrality" means getting access to Grumpy Cat is much more difficult, then I'm not for it.

Is there a middle ground?  Of course.  And without any actual idea what what being done before and after, I can't say more.  This all is just a "gut reaction" to a handful of quick comments.

That and its been a while since I wrote about nothing "serious."  Granted, limiting of communications is a serious issue, especially when I want to use various platforms to speak the Truth.  So, I guess I'm going to have to do a little research.

As if I don't have enough, what with an ongoing attempt to establish a podcast on Christian history.  More on that when and if I get closer to a launch date.