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Big telecom used fake and dead people to fight net neutrality, New York AG says

An investigation by New York's attorney general has confirmed that Big Telecom paid to flood the net neutrality debate with millions of fake comments.

A new report by New York Attorney General Letitia James investigated this practice and found that the broadband industry used three marketing firms to create artificial support for the repeal: Fluent, Opt-Intelligence, and React2Media. “From net neutrality rules to laws affecting criminal justice reform, health care, and more, these fake comments have simply been generated to influence too many government policies, which is why we are cracking down on this illegal and deceptive behavior,” James said. “My office will continue to shine a spotlight on abuses and disinformation and ensure those who break the law are held accountable.”By signing up, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy& to receive electronic communications from Vice Media Group, which may include marketing promotions, advertisements and sponsored content.

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