January 18, 2012
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Major Websites Protest PIPA and SOPA Bills with Blackouts and Petition Links
Many websites today are doing their part to spread the word about SOPA and PIPA, two House bills that are designed to expand the ability of U.S. law enforcement and copyright holders to fight online trafficking in copyrighted intellectual property and counterfeit goods. The LA Times writes, "Supporters of the legislation say