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What Does "Copyfight" Mean?
Copyfight, the Solo Years: April 2002-March 2004
1. RW on June 24, 2005 7:08 PM writes...
While this immediate victory is wonderful, there is little doubt upcoming legislation will be attempted. Here are key extracts from Sen. Feinstein's boilerplate response:
"Over-the-air digital content is the easiest to pirate."
"It is important to allow for the continued fair use of copyrighted material, even while we seek to stop unauthorized reproductions from being illegally distributed outside the home and over the Internet."
"Please know that as the Senate considers legislation of the broadcast flag, I will be sure to keep your views in mind."
So legislation, according to Feinstein, will be forthcoming and she considers the current over-the-air digital broadcasts to be troublesome, and fair use is equivalent-ed to access to content within the home.
A very sad response from a Senator I've voted for twice and won't again. We need to remain vigilant.
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