The internet is the modern public square, and as your next Congressman for CD4, I will fight to ensure it remains a place where every Arizonan’s voice can be heard. Today, millions of Americans—conservatives, independents, and others—are being silenced by Big Tech corporations that wield unchecked power to censor, deplatform, and destroy livelihoods on the flimsiest of pretexts. This isn’t just an attack on free speech; it’s a threat to our democracy and the fundamental rights of every citizen. While some in Washington push for more government partnerships with these tech giants or vague regulations that miss the mark, I believe we need a bold, conservative solution: an Internet Bill of Rights (IBOR) to level the playing field and protect our freedoms.
My Plan for an Internet Bill of Rights
- Classify Social Media Giants as Public Utilities
Companies like Facebook, Twitter, and Google have become essential services in modern society, much like electricity or telephone providers. Just as the power company can’t cut your electricity because they disagree with your politics, Big Tech shouldn’t be allowed to censor or ban you based on your beliefs. I’ll push to classify these platforms as public utilities, ensuring they serve all Americans fairly without playing gatekeeper to the digital public square. - Guarantee Free Speech Protections Online
The First Amendment is non-negotiable, and it must extend to the digital world. I’ll advocate for federal legislation that prevents Big Tech from arbitrarily silencing voices, whether through account bans, shadow-banning, or content suppression. While some focus on federal handouts to tech firms for infrastructure, I’ll fight to hold these companies accountable to the Constitution, not their corporate agendas. - Empower Users, Not Corporations
Big Tech’s monopoly power has gone unchecked for too long, allowing them to control the flow of information and crush dissent. I’ll support policies that break up these monopolies, increase transparency in their algorithms, and give users—not executives—the power to shape their online experience. The market, not Silicon Valley elites, should decide what ideas thrive. - Protect Privacy and Data Rights
Your personal data belongs to you, not Big Tech. I’ll push for an IBOR that safeguards your privacy, preventing corporations from harvesting and selling your information without consent. While some in Washington prioritize tech partnerships for equity projects, I’ll focus on protecting Arizonans from exploitation and ensuring your digital rights are secure. - Prevent Political Discrimination
No American should lose access to the internet’s public square because of their political views. I’ll work to enact laws that prohibit Big Tech from discriminating against users based on their ideology, religion, or affiliations. This isn’t about punishing companies—it’s about ensuring fairness and equal access for all, from conservatives to independents. - Support Innovation Without Censorship
The internet should foster free markets and innovation, not stifle them. I’ll oppose heavy-handed federal regulations that burden small businesses and startups while advocating for policies that encourage competition and protect free expression. Big Tech’s dominance must be challenged, but not at the expense of Arizona’s entrepreneurs.
A Conservative Vision for the Digital Future
For too long, career politicians have ignored the growing threat of Big Tech censorship or responded with ineffective, government-heavy solutions that fail to address the root issues. I reject the idea that more federal partnerships or vague equity initiatives will fix this crisis. As a conservative leader, I’ll fight for an Internet Bill of Rights that defends free speech, protects privacy, and restores power to the people—not corporations or Washington insiders. Together, we can safeguard Arizona’s digital future and ensure the internet remains a place of freedom, not control.
