To Tax Or Not To Tax: The Internet

Grover Norquist writes at RealClearPolitics.com about the upcoming discussion of taxing the Internet. Right now, we're under a moratorium on Internet taxation, and there seems to be bipartisan support for extending the moratorium indefinitely, but the issue will be addressed in November, when the current moratorium runs out. A letter from dozens of conservative and taxpayer groups was sent to Congress, encouraging the indefinite extension, saying:

"The Internet prospers today as the result of unshackled innovation and technological growth unfettered by government taxation or regulation. Although policies up to this point have temporarily put a hold on government interference, passing a permanent ban on Internet taxation would send a signal that the Internet is open for further growth and development. Taxing access and Internet activities would not only hinder the expansion of technology that fuels our modern economy, but it would also rebuild communication barriers among families, hamper growing businesses, and negatively impact our lives in countless ways."

They're exactly right! Even though there is bipartisan support, you may still want to put in a few calls/e-mails to your representatives -- just in case -- to let them know you'd appreciate it if the government doesn't stick their greedy fingers into the Internet.

There's my two cents.