Free Press Calls on Major Internet Providers to Waive Broadband Bills for At-Risk People and Stop Data Caps During the Coronavirus Crisis March 12, 2020 WASHINGTON — As the nation struggles to contain the coronavirus outbreak, reliable and affordable access to internet and phone services is more critical than ever. Press Release Internet Access
Opposition to Spying Bill Grows in Congress as the USA Freedom Reauthorization Act Moves to the Senate March 11, 2020 The bill passed on a 278–136 vote on Wednesday and encountered significant opposition from civil-liberties champions. Press Release Privacy, Surveillance
Joseph Torres Honored With NHMC Impact Award November 20, 2015 Earlier this week, Free Press' Joseph Torres was once again honored for his remarkable work. Check out his acceptance speech. Story Net Neutrality, Diversity in Media Ownership
The Philadelphia City Council Should Demand More from Comcast November 13, 2015 Free Press’ Joseph Torres urged the council to adopt a franchise agreement that enables poor families to adopt affordable high-speed internet service. Story Internet Access
Congress Tries to Sneak Through Dangerous Spying Bill Under the Cover of the Coronavirus Crisis March 11, 2020 Leading House members are rushing a vote on Wednesday to extend abusive government surveillance powers before they’re set to expire on March 15. Press Release Privacy, Surveillance
The EARN IT Act: A Very Bad Bill Gets its Day in Congress March 11, 2020 The Senate will hold a hearing on a bill that threatens all online communications and the encryption technologies used to secure those conversations. Press Release Free & Open Internet, Platform Accountability, Privacy
Anti-Asian Racism Is Spreading as Fast as the Coronavirus March 10, 2020 News coverage is reinforcing harmful and baseless stereotypes about Asian people and fueling racism, xenophobia — and real-world violence. Explainer Media Accountability
Comcast Is Lying About Data Caps October 10, 2015 Comcast wants you to believe that its latest push to control the internet is about fairness. This couldn't be farther from the truth. Explainer Internet Access
Access, Affordability and the Digital Divide November 2, 2015 High prices are locking communities out of our digital future, and instead of opening the door, we’re wondering why they don’t want to come inside. Insights & Opinions Internet Access
Trump Campaign Ads Reignite Concerns About Census Misinformation on Facebook March 9, 2020 The company took the ads down, but only after a wide backlash. Mention Free & Open Internet