Timothy Karr, Campaign Director
Timothy Karr manages all online initiatives -- including SavetheInternet.com, StopBigMedia.com and InternetforEveryone.org. Tim speaks and writes about the state of journalism and the future of the Internet. Before joining Free Press, Tim was executive director of MediaChannel.org and vice president of the Globalvision News Network. He has also worked extensively as an editor, reporter and photojournalist for the Associated Press, Time Inc., the New York Times and Australia Consolidated Press. Tim has been quoted in publications across the country and has been featured as a commentator on CNN, MSNBC, C-SPAN, NPR and ABC News Radio, among other places. He blogs for The Huffington Post and at MediaCitizen.
Recent press statements
Free Press Urges New York City Council to Support Open Internet
NEW YORK -- Testifying before the New York City Council today, Free Press delivered signatures from more than 4,000 New Yorkers calling for strong open Internet rules. The City Council is considering a resolution (712A-2007) urging the federal government to protect Net Neutrality.
Free Press Exposes Astroturf Groups
WASHINGTON -- Today, Free Press launched an online interactive tool to expose phony grassroots groups hired by big phone and cable companies to advance their political agenda.
Free Press Launches FreeMyPhone Campaign
WASHINGTON -- Today, Free Press launched FreeMyPhone, a campaign that calls on leaders in Washington to open up wireless networks and promote consumer choice.
In the news
Announcing the (Huffington) Post Shill and Astroturf Watch
Timothy Karr,
Huffington Post
As the fight for Net Neutrality heats up again in Washington, the Huffington Post has been invaded by a legion of shills attacking the open Internet and disparaging reform efforts. The "Post Shill and Astroturf Watch" will shine a light on the shills, flacks and other fakers who are trying to pull one over on you.
Obama: 'I'm a Big Believer in Net Neutrality'
Daily Kos
During a recent YouTube question and answer session, President Barack Obama reaffirmed his strong commitment to Net Neutrality. "I'm a big believer in Net Neutrality. I campaigned on this. I continue to be a strong supporter of it," he said.
Obama Affirms Strong Support for Net Neutrality
David Dayen,
FireDogLake
In a YouTube interview conducted, President Barack Obama reiterated his strong support for Net Neutrality, responding to a prominent question by one of the thousands of citizens who participated in the online town hall.
