[sgarland]

Who do you think the telcos are lobbying?

[kstrauser]

Then it’s extra important to remind the regulators that the telcos are blowing smoke up their ass. If they’re only hearing the telcos’ side, they might be under the mistaken impression that it’s the truth.

[sgarland]

You’re under the impression that the regulators give a shit about their constituents, rather than campaign donations.

[kstrauser]

I only have so much cynicism to go around. For my own mental health, I have to presume that at least some people in charge want to do the right thing, and I act accordingly.