Our Free Software Activist in Connecticut (USA)
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State representatives (and/or legislators) in the US have gained more attention lately because of state-level legislation that can harm or suppress adoption of GNU/Linux. In Connecticut, however, help may be at hand.
"Hi Roy," Marcia wrote, "I know it’s been a while and I was busy doing that mayor run, but I wanted to let you know I have been active in the age assurance act discussion."
"Since the mayoral run has come and gone, I was recently endorsed to run as a state representative for Connecticut."
"Aside from overreaching regulation or control of the tech industry, privacy and security concerns exist, as well as many other things."
"And while I’ve been somewhat absent in the FOSS community, I fully believe that securing a role where I can be a voice for residents in this area, I can be a voice in protecting our liberties in tech."
I wrote a lengthy article about her when she ran for mayor. The first run is unusually not made to succeed, as Daniel Pocock saw firsthand. But it gives one some presence and visibility where it matters. Everyone and everything starts small and modest.
"This Is the path I am on right now," she said. "What a journey! From DMCA protester [1, 2, 3, 4] to endorsed for a Seat as a state rep. We’ll see how this goes!"
I asked Marcia how she feels about this (or will mind if we write something about it), but she is busy campaigning and still supporting our work here at Techrights. And Daniel Pocock.
"Hope you and yours are well!" she said. "Keep fighting the good fight!"
We'll soon revisit the latest round of legislation on "age" (surveillance, ID). It's mentioned occasionally in IRC. █