My .XXX letter.... - GoFuckYourself.com

chase · 05-09-2006, 08:44 PM

I am a businesswoman, and as such, I can plainly see that the only effect a .XXX approval will have on business people like myself is a negative one. I strongly object to the statement made by the ICM Registry that the adult industry supports their proposal. In fact, I have watched and participated in dozens of conversations among my peers in this industry about this proposal, and from my observation, it is ludacris to even suggest such a thing. The only business that will benefit from this proposal is the ICM Registry itself. Rewarding an entity that slyly introduces a new TLD in sheeps clothing is just as absurd.

If the move to .XXX is proposed to be voluntary, then how can it possibly succeed in what is purported to be its main goal-protecting kids from inappropriate materials? One could choose to participate in the segregation, or not, and those that choose not to will have an advantage that leads me to believe very few will volunteer for the move to .XXX.

And what if it is mandatory? Well, aside from the assurances the ICM Registry is attempting to make to the adult industry, the fact is that would be unconstitutional. However, in the current political climate, what with the war on terrorism and a push for "family values" cloaking what is really happening..a systematic stripping of our constitutional rights, it is far from alarmist thinking to fear the first amendment taking a backseat to political agenda. Funny enough, even those with political agendas against the adult industry oppose the .XXX proposal, as well as foreign bodies such as the European Union.

You must ask yourselves what the objective is. Is it to censor, or is it to protect? If you support the very foundation of our nation; the right to free speech, there should be no question. The objective is to protect children. This proposal will not succeed in that mission, as I've explained already. What will? Creating a child-safe tld, such as the .KIDS tld that has previously been suggested. What too many people assume is that the internet is for kids. It is just like tv; there are things that are inappropriate for children, and it is the parent's job to determine what is acceptable, and to shield their children from what is not. A .KIDS tld will make that easier for parents. Far easier then filtering out the .XXX tld as well as policing all the other domains for adult material, which is what will happen is the proposal is approved.

I respectfully request that you deny the .XXX proposal.

Sincerely,
Chase

baddog · 05-09-2006, 08:45 PM

well written

chase · 05-09-2006, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by baddog

well written

Thank you.

JD · 05-09-2006, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by baddog

well written

indeed it is, but I doubt anyone will read it. the .xxx will happen regardless imho

tony286 · 05-09-2006, 08:53 PM

kudos great letter

chase · 05-09-2006, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by SPeRMiNaToR

indeed it is, but I doubt anyone will read it. the .xxx will happen regardless imho

Perhaps, but it's like this..if I don't vote, I don't really have a right to bitch about whomever gets elected. Same principle.

If our emails really have no bearing on the decision, then the power lies in our collective refusal to participate in .XXX sales.

Oh, and thank you.

chase · 05-09-2006, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by tony404

kudos great letter

Thank You.

reynold · 05-09-2006, 08:56 PM

that's a good letter you made chase and I just hope things would turn out right.

chase · 05-09-2006, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by reynold

that's a good letter you made chase and I just hope things would turn out right.

Thank you; me too.

JD · 05-09-2006, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by chase

Perhaps, but it's like this..if I don't vote, I don't really have a right to bitch about whomever gets elected. Same principle.

If our emails really have no bearing on the decision, then the power lies in our collective refusal to participate in .XXX sales.

Oh, and thank you.

true that's why I sent mine in as well. I just hope we're not shooting in the dark

chase · 05-09-2006, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by SPeRMiNaToR

true that's why I sent mine in as well. I just hope we're not shooting in the dark

I hear ya.

davecummings · 05-10-2006, 12:13 AM

Great letter/email--thanks.

Dave

Zester · 05-10-2006, 12:21 AM

arent there any updates about this?

Degenerate · 05-10-2006, 12:22 AM

it wont get read, just filed under the "opposed" section. nice effort though.

Zester · 05-10-2006, 04:09 AM

"My .xxx letter" - sounds like something you send to playboy magazine

potter · 05-10-2006, 04:10 AM

bumpage for a good letter

chase · 05-10-2006, 04:24 AM

thanks

05-09-2006, 08:44 PM	#1
chase Confirmed User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Tampa Bay Posts: 6,019	My .XXX letter.... I am a businesswoman, and as such, I can plainly see that the only effect a .XXX approval will have on business people like myself is a negative one. I strongly object to the statement made by the ICM Registry that the adult industry supports their proposal. In fact, I have watched and participated in dozens of conversations among my peers in this industry about this proposal, and from my observation, it is ludacris to even suggest such a thing. The only business that will benefit from this proposal is the ICM Registry itself. Rewarding an entity that slyly introduces a new TLD in sheeps clothing is just as absurd. If the move to .XXX is proposed to be voluntary, then how can it possibly succeed in what is purported to be its main goal-protecting kids from inappropriate materials? One could choose to participate in the segregation, or not, and those that choose not to will have an advantage that leads me to believe very few will volunteer for the move to .XXX. And what if it is mandatory? Well, aside from the assurances the ICM Registry is attempting to make to the adult industry, the fact is that would be unconstitutional. However, in the current political climate, what with the war on terrorism and a push for "family values" cloaking what is really happening..a systematic stripping of our constitutional rights, it is far from alarmist thinking to fear the first amendment taking a backseat to political agenda. Funny enough, even those with political agendas against the adult industry oppose the .XXX proposal, as well as foreign bodies such as the European Union. You must ask yourselves what the objective is. Is it to censor, or is it to protect? If you support the very foundation of our nation; the right to free speech, there should be no question. The objective is to protect children. This proposal will not succeed in that mission, as I've explained already. What will? Creating a child-safe tld, such as the .KIDS tld that has previously been suggested. What too many people assume is that the internet is for kids. It is just like tv; there are things that are inappropriate for children, and it is the parent's job to determine what is acceptable, and to shield their children from what is not. A .KIDS tld will make that easier for parents. Far easier then filtering out the .XXX tld as well as policing all the other domains for adult material, which is what will happen is the proposal is approved. I respectfully request that you deny the .XXX proposal. Sincerely, Chase __________________ Need Hosting? Reality Check Network services me purrrfectly!

05-10-2006, 12:21 AM	#13
Zester Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 5,344	arent there any updates about this? __________________ * Mainstream ? $65 per sale * new male contraception

05-10-2006, 12:22 AM	#14
Degenerate Confirmed User Join Date: May 2006 Location: USA Posts: 1,294	it wont get read, just filed under the "opposed" section. nice effort though. __________________ .

05-10-2006, 04:09 AM	#15
Zester Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 5,344	"My .xxx letter" - sounds like something you send to playboy magazine __________________ * Mainstream ? $65 per sale * new male contraception

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potter Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Denver Posts: 6,559	bumpage for a good letter __________________

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baddog So Fucking Banned Industry Role: Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: the beach, SoCal Posts: 107,089	well written

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tony286 lurker Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: atlanta Posts: 57,021	kudos great letter

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reynold Too lazy to set a custom title Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Global Traveler Posts: 51,271	that's a good letter you made chase and I just hope things would turn out right.

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davecummings Confirmed User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,922	Great letter/email--thanks. Dave

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chase Confirmed User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Tampa Bay Posts: 6,019	thanks __________________ Need Hosting? Reality Check Network services me purrrfectly!