Technology

Naw, last thing I want is the government running our internet. Hell, it would have never kicked off 30 years ago if not for private enterprise. Back then your average Joe knew jack about this new "information superhighway". Voters would have never agreed to fund it, let alone blow it up as fast as the capitalists did. And yes, we've entered the "last stage" of that particular game. Enshitiffication is well under way.

As of 10-years ago or so (thoughts?), internet access is a need. Not as important as power or water, but it should clearly be regulated like a public utility. I've worked for a few ISPs, so I know the devil in the details, but:

• ISPs should be mandated to provide for rural customers at the same terms as urban folks.
• Local governments, even states, should be shut out of decisions concerning competition. If a competitor can build new plant, or light up dark fiber, they can go for it.
• Provide base-level service as a welfare benefit. Access is that important. Try finding a job without it.

tl;dr: Government's role is to dial it in, not take it over.