Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2008/05/12
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]After reviewing the Orphan Works Bill, I wrote to both of my senators and my congressman yesterday expressing my opposition to it. To my surprise, I received this reply from Sen. Diane Feinstein today: Dear Mr. Silverman: Thank you for writing to me about orphan works copyright legislation. I appreciate hearing from you. America's copyright industry is one of our most important economic engines, and giving artists the incentive to produce their works is vital to our country. As I am sure you know, the creative process is so important that our Founding Fathers put copyright protection into the U.S. Constitution. That is why I feel so strongly that we must continue to give copyrighted works the protection they deserve. I understand your concerns regarding the status of orphan works, and I believe that all artists should be able to maintain their right to be compensated for their hard work. Please know that if the Senate considers legislation that affects orphan works I will be sure to keep your thoughts and concerns in mind. Again, thank you for writing. If you should have any further comments or questions, please do not hesitate to contact my Washington, DC staff at (202) 224-3841 or _http://feinstein.senate.gov_ (http://feinstein.senate.gov) . Sincerely yours, Dianne Feinstein United States Senator Maybe somebody is listening? Best Regards, Ira Silverman Irvine, CA **************Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/dinner-tonight?NCID=aolfod00030000000001)