Stabenow’s apparent support of SOPA.

I recently emailed my representatives letting them know that I think SOPA is a horrible piece of legislation and asked them where they stood on the issue. This is the response I received from Debbie Stabenow:

On Fri, Jan 6, 2012 at 3:22 PM, Senator Debbie Stabenow wrote:

January 6, 2012

Dear J.,

Thank you for contacting me about your concerns with legislation designed to fight Internet piracy. I appreciate hearing from you.

I believe that in a globally-competitive environment, it is more important than ever to balance both public and private rights to support innovation and creativity.

As you may know, the Preventing Real Online Threats to Economic Creativity and Theft of Intellectual Property (PROTECT IP) Act was introduced by Senator Patrick Leahy on May 12, 2011. This legislation would penalize Internet sites that engage in the unlawful sharing or sale of counterfeit goods or services, which range from new movie and music releases, to pharmaceuticals and consumer products. I will keep your position on this bill in mind as it moves through the legislative process.

Thank you again for contacting me. Please continue to keep me informed about issues of concern to you and your family.

Sincerely,

Debbie Stabenow

United States Senator
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow
The United States Senate • Washington, DC 20510
stabenow.senate.gov

My Response :

Thank you for the non-answer. I will keep your position in mind when I am in the voting booth.

Sincerely,

J. Morgan