Jarrett Barrios resigns as head of GLAAD (over net neutrality and AT&T Mergers)

Former Massachusetts state Senator Jarrett Barrios has resigned as president of the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD), according to a published report on Politico.com.

I did a little bit of digging, I wanted to see the text of the document in question, but it's been removed from the FCC's website. This link:

http://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/ecfs/document/view?id=7020356338

Is where the letter was once located. It was dated January 4th, 2010.

GLAAD President Admits Knowledge of Mystery FCC Letter

I think this might be the text of the letter, but I can't verify it.

I would like to weigh in once again on the net neutrality debate that is currently taking place at the Commission and in our country. I must reiterate the view expressed in our previous letter that the Internet is an important medium for equalizing voices and allowing for an unprecedented level of connection, transparency and accountability. We feel that there is still much unknown about the consequences of net neutrality on Internet access and usage and we ask that the FCC address this.

Our focus at the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) is promoting fair, accurate and inclusive representation of people and events in the media, particularly by eliminating discrimination based on sexual orientation. GLAAD has been called one of the most successful minority organizations influencing the media for inclusion - and a large part of that is due to the accessible and instant Internet. GLAAD depends on the Internet to disseminate information, rally our community and encourage action.

To this end, GLAAD encourages the FCC to prioritize expanding broadband connectivity to every corner of this country and to every American so that we - and other minority groups - can continue our pursuit of inclusion and have our voices heard. As you continue your review of net neutrality, please remember that the Internet provides an open space and forum for all and it IS critical that we make it more accessible, not less.

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