Attention Senator Kohl

Attention Senator Kohl,

I am a concerned citizen from Kenosha County. It has come to my attention that you are in support of PIPA, or the Protect IP act. I understand that the United States senate will vote on this bill on the 24th of January. As my senator I strongly implore you to vote AGAINST PIPA. The effects of this bill, if passed, will have lasting detrimental effects on the growth and vitality of the internet. I understand that parts of this bill attempt to combat the legitimate problems of piracy and copyright violation. However, PIPA is worded so loosely it will harm many internet companies especially small ones. PIPA/SOPA will change the internet as we know it. Long gone will be the days of creativity, innovation and freedom that the internet delivers. Senator Kohl, I understand you will be retiring next Spring, and while reelection is a non issue for you, do not let this mar your record and legacy as a legislator. This bill transcends and impacts many aspects of an average Wisconsinites' life. The same Wisconsinites whom elected you to represent them in important matters such as this one. For example, students at UW-Madison, a world renowned research institution will have a harder time accessing important research information via the internet if PIPA is passed. How will they compete with the leading universities around the world if the internet, an integral tool of education, is throttled by legislation.

Senator Kohl, reconsider your decision, vote NO on S.968 (PIPA)

Respectfully,

Mi