In the wake of a crucial vote by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on Chairman Ajit Pai’s proposal, which could dismantle existing net neutrality rules, a global coalition of companies, digital rights groups, and nonprofits, including GitHub, is actively campaigning to preserve a free and open internet. The proposal has sparked concerns about its potential to stifle innovation, particularly impacting smaller developers and startups that lack the resources to compete with large broadband providers who could prioritize their own content. The debate underscores the broader economic and social implications of internet access, highlighted by U.S. nonprofit EveryoneOn’s assertion that digital access significantly enhances job opportunities and lifetime earnings. Internationally, regions like India and the European Union have expressed support for net neutrality, noting that non-discriminatory access fosters growth and innovation, while contrasting the unresolved status of the issue in the U.S. As the global discourse continues, advocates are urging individuals to voice their support for net neutrality, emphasizing its universal impact and encouraging engagement both in the U.S. and worldwide.