Netflix Creates Pro-SOPA Superpac

the original article stated the name of the SuperPac was called, you either missed that detail or didn't dig far enough before posting about it.

i wasn't going to say anything but you keep using that as an "[counter]arguement" for some wierd reason lol.

i also just wanted to point out that i had planned on canceling my subscription about 3months ago back when i finally realized there was nothing good to watch anymore and i decided to stop giving netflix a chance, i had just forgotten about it tbh, this thread just gave me a reminder (that and my last bank statement @ the beginning of the month)

so yea. back2afktown ~

http://finance.yahoo.com/news/gaps-netflixs-online-library-likely-200620240.html

Since it was mentioned a couple of times in this thread.

Netflix is not supporting sopa the article saying it is is false and miss representing things. what they're really doing link

i did have an account back a few years ago when you could get DVD's to your house for a set price. and the turn over rate for returning and receiving was good. funny i only used netflix for the 1 month free deal, about 4 months back, did not have anything that i can see for free from Hulu. funny as i type this there is a Hulu+ add right beside this box. but i agree nextflix did have a good thing going when they had the online+ DVD to your house for 1 price. and you could see just about anything,

The real issue that I see is, none of these articles are in any way talking about CISPA, which is what politicians are trying to get passed. SOPA was a few months ago, CISPA is now. And it needs to be stopped.

The first one that was false talks about CISPA, the other two don't because netflix has nothing to do with CISPA.

By all means though, start a thread about CISPA and link to some online petitions or something to spread awareness.

From the sound of it, (assuming Netflix does indeed have affiliation and documented funding/donations to legislative parties and lobbyists in support of media and internet related authoritarian movements) Netflix drank the kool-aid and gave into the facade of presented bills of ridiculous acronyms in supporting intellectual property within the cyberspace medium and other anti-piracy movements, when in reality there are much more dire underlying consequences of passing such poorly written, loosely defined and blanketing law that interferes with how the internet functions or what users will and will not be able to do therein. Netflix is already on a slippery slope with service that leaves much to be desired with their already increased monthly service fees. If there is more documentation to accurately show Netflix's funds being funneled in the wrong people's pockets, then that is more than enough for me to cancel my subscription and encourage others to do so as well.

Boycotting is an extremely powerful tool if you have the willpower to get over your insatiable need for constant entertainment (first world problems lol).
I think I'll start by expanding my collection of books.

Simply: Be weary of who you give money to, and who they choose to associate themselves with and fund. The very money you give them may end up going to political movements that are counter productive to your interests as well as everyone else in the country, and even the world based on the current trend of bills relating to internet control.

I'll have to keep a close eye on this. But social uproar and speculation aren't enough to cancel my current subscription til I get a bit more reliable sources and accurate citation.

Netflix isn't support sopa, pipa, etc.

Yar, I was speaking mostly in a general sense of being mindful of the services you use and where they show their support and funding. Like if there was legitimate documentation showing a bank I had a checking account in investing in militaristic weapon development, I'd probably take my business elsewhere.

Depends really, for a lot of people, they really don't care about politics or what people do and don't support as long as the item/service they are getting is worth it to them.

True. The average consumer isn't very cognizant of the underlying intentions or direction of monetary funds corporations hold. However, when the big image of things, as massive and fundamental to our daily lives such as the internet, are in jeopardy, then the need for awareness and education on such matters takes astronomical priority.

To make matters worse, the very companies that are guilty of supporting and funding bills, lobbyists and politicians that are counter productive to their consumer base pay good money to keep it on the down low so their consumers are blissfully unaware and keep the money flowing in as if nothing ever happened; and frankly I cannot support business tactics or ethics like that. This is why I have difficulty following those that honestly believe corporations are "people" in terms of collective voting. Status quo, deception and the bottom line are the key factors and priorities for any for-profit business. They hold little to no obligation to adhere to the wants or needs of their employees or consumers whatsoever (as contrary as that may sound).

The hard part is finding legitimate and accurate documentation to essentially show red paint on their hands. Most of the time it's vague and unreliable citations or outright speculation and rumor that holds any light on the matter.

Ya I yanked my cable..I'd rather watch the show I want when i feel like it without crappy ad's for $7.99 vs "omg omg suchandsuch is on i gotta hurry home to watch it ridden with a pine sol ad every 10min for $79.99"