Shutting Off the Internet

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Shutting Off the Internet

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Feb 14, 2011

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During the ousting of Egyptian President Mubarak, the government cut off internet access across Egypt. Could other governments make the same move? Join Chris and Jonathan as they take a closer look at governmental control of the internet. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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Feb 14, 2011

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Shutting Off the Internet

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