I've been slowing plugging away at Lessig's Free Culture the last couple days and came across one idea in particular that I can't stop thinking about. It may warrant some discussion later on, but I want to put it down so I won't forget.

I have to admit, I never really put much thought into this before but it really doesn't make any sense at all for a country "ruled by the people" to think its rude to argue/discuss politics.

He continues to discuss how blogs are rekindling the democratic flame. This reminds me of a book I read not too long ago, I think it was Ender's Game, I'm not sure when it was written but I think pre-internet, but part of the story was how 2 genius siblings hack into a world-wide "electronic forum" and pose as adults to gain political influence in an attempt to rule the world. I'm gonna look for that book.