Due September 30th, 2010 - Tell us why you love the Internet, how it’s empowered you, helped you start a business, serve your community, find a job (or a spouse), connect with others, participate in society and democracy. The sky’s the limit!

Why do we want to know? Because everything you love about the Internet is at risk.

The companies who control your access onto the Internet – the big phone and cable companies – want to control what you do on the Internet. A few bucks for this… Another few bucks for that… Your songs or movies won’t stream very well, or your speeds won’t be quite what they should be, or, well, if you have a great idea to start a business, you’ll have to ask their permission first. What happened to the good-ole-days of logging on and getting going?

Winners will be judged based on creativity, coherence of message, potential impact of message and, inspiring or humorous message.

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Prizes
Winners will be selected for best small business submission, best non-small business submission (every day web users) and best non-profit/charitable submission. Winners will receive a host of awards, in addition to being famous and important, including a Washington trip to meet with their Congressional delegations, profiles in advertising and promotion, for high profile meet and greets with Washington VIPs, the chance to connect with leading Internet companies, and inclusion in high-profile events throughout the year.

Eligibility
The Contest is open to U.S. Citizens who are at least 18 years of age and have attained the age of majority in their state of residence.