STOP CENSORSHIP

As you may or may not be aware, the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and the PROTECT IP Act (PIPA) are on their way to pass in the US. This would imply terrible consequences on free speech while imposing tyrannical conditions for web site providers like Diaspora servers or YouTube. The only reason for all this is clearly heavy lobbying of the copy monopolists that want people to pay for nothing: making copies that everyone can make at home.

Although it's American legislation, we all know that the pressure of the copy monopolists to restrict human rights and fundamental freedoms for their own profit is worldwide. We all know that once this passes, it would be easier to push even further worldwide. That's why we decided to bring this matter to your attention.

Our allies in the US are trying to stop these dangerous acts for some time already. However, there's a good chance that the legislation will pass. Hence Senator Ron Wyden, a steadfast opponent, is ready to block it even by reading censorship opponents' names from the floor of the Senate, if it comes up for a vote.

Demand Progress launched a web site where you can ask Senator Wyden to read your name. Ask him and/or spread the message, if you find it appropriate. We do.

UPDATE: You might also want to sign a petition against PIPA and SOPA launched by Avaaz.