#day of action

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Hey Tumblr, have a question about net neutrality?

We’re hosting an Issue Time right here on Action (@action) on July 12, 2017 with the above panelists who will be here to answer all your questions about net neutrality. ^^^

What’s net neutrality?

Net Neutrality is the principle that the things we do and see online should not be controlled by Internet providers. In 2015, with the help of tech companies, Internet activists, and millions of people (including the Tumblr community!), the US Federal Communication Commission (FCC) adopted strong net neutrality rules with Title II classification. These rules prohibit Internet providers from blocking, censoring, or slowing down sites, and prohibit providers from putting paid prioritization into play—fast lanes for sites that pay, and slow lanes for those who don’t.

Winning the net neutrality fight was a huge feat, but it’s being challenged again. There are new, proposed changes from the newly appointed head of the FCC that could undo the standing net neutrality protections and get rid of a free and open internet. That means you might see your favorite websites slow down, or be forced to pay extra to use certain apps, or be blocked from seeing things that you want to see.

If you want to learn more about net neutrality and how you can help protect it, submit your question(s) right here!

Our Editor-In-Chief Nilay Patel is going to be on a panel of Issue Time to answer questions about net neutrality on July 12th! Submit your questions and learn more this upcoming Day of Action on Wednesday!