The Adult Freedom Foundation (AFF) has sent letters to Senators Ted Stevens (R-Alaska) and Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.) requesting that it be allowed to present witnesses on behalf of the adult industry at the Senate Commerce Committee hearing on Internet Porngraphy on Jan. 19.
The AFF said it would follow the faxed letters with hard copies, phone calls and emails.
The two letters follow:
Dec. 9, 2005
Sen. Ted Stevens
U.S. Senate
Washington, D.C.
Sen. Stevens:
This is a formal request to allow the Adult Freedom Foundation to provide expert witnesses to the Jan. 19, 2006, Commerce Committee’s hearing on “Internet Pornography.”
The AFF can draw from a pool of attorneys, researchers and Adult Entertainment Industry executives to counter misinformation and unfounded criticism from industry critics.
AFF experts can provide a balance and insight to any hearing or discussion on the content of “Internet Pornography.”
For example, researchers have shown the educational value of pornography and its role in enhancing communications between couples.
While adamantly against child pornography, the AFF believes adults should be allowed to enjoy lawful erotic entertainment.
Please advise the AFF as soon as possible what role our organization can play in presenting both sides of the story at Jan. 19th hearing.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Paul Cambria
General Counsel
Dec. 9, 2005
Sen. Barbara Boxer
U.S. Senate
Washington, D.C.
Sen. Boxer:
This is a direct appeal to you to enlist your assistance in allowing the Adult Freedom Foundation to provide expert witnesses to the Jan. 19, 2006, Commerce Committee’s hearing on “Internet Pornography.”
The AFF has already made a witness request to Sen. Ted Stevens, the committee chairman.
However, because so much of the Adult Entertainment Industry is based in California, AFF wanted to follow up with a request to a committee member who understands the economic impact of the business on the state.
AFF can draw from a pool of attorneys, researchers and industry executives to counter misinformation and unfounded criticism from industry critics.
All too often decision makers are exposed only to attacks on the increasingly main stream adult entertainment industry.
There are two sides to every story and AFF wants to provide a balance to the hearing.
Please advise how AFF can play an active role at this very important hearing on “Internet Porn."
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
John Pauly
Media Consultant
