http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_antitrust_law
"United States antitrust law is a collection of federal and state government laws, which regulates the conduct and organization of business corporations, generally to promote faircompetition for the benefit of consumers. The main statutes are the Sherman Act 1890, the Clayton Act 1914 and the Federal Trade Commission Act 1914. These Acts, first, restrict the formation of cartels and prohibit other collusive practices regarded as being in restraint of trade. Second, they restrict the mergers and acquisitions of organizations which could substantially lessen competition. Third, they prohibit the creation of a monopoly and the abuse of monopoly power.
The Federal Trade Commission, the U.S. Department of Justice, state governments and private parties who are sufficiently affected may all bring actions in the courts to enforce the antitrust laws. The scope of antitrust laws, and the degree they should interfere in business freedom, or protect smaller businesses, communities and consumers, are strongly debated. One view, mostly closely associated with the "Chicago School of economics" suggests that antitrust laws should focus solely on the benefits to consumers and overall efficiency, while a broad range of legal and economic theory sees the role of antitrust laws as also controlling economic power in the public interest.[1]"
I'm thinking about all the BLOOD which was shed in this WAR over the 20th century, and how short the MEMORY has fallen. More like WHAT has slipped in thru the door during all the DISTRACTION... I am thinking of the Comcast/Time Warner merger (Which seems to have just been rubber stamped right under the radar?!?!?!!). The last attempt I recall was Att & T-MOBILE, which was quashed... But this one is WAY more powerful and the power has been wielded...!
THE WHOLE REASON for these laws is to control POWER outside the interest of the people... And when you consider that ONCE a foothold is established - it is unbreakable...! Sadly, this was the most monumental and influential victory for greed and evil in the history of the last 100 years of the US... And no one has said SHIT....! So while its all good and dandy now. Stop and think of a crime organization and threats. It starts with friendly "incentives", and next your politicians are whore bitches.. MONEY is POWER in this society.. PERIOD...
I can tell your from personal experience that Comcast customer service is at an ALL TIME LOW.. I can also tell you if you look at their website you will see the following message from the CEO...
http://www.comcast.com/Corporate/Customers/CustomerGuarantee.html
"Since 1963, Comcast has been dreaming big.
We bring exciting products and unparalleled choices to customers across America with our state-of-the-art video, high-speed Internet, phone and online services. We push the boundaries of innovation and creativity because we want to exceed our customers' expectations.
We are committed to providing Comcast customers with a consistently superior customer experience. If for any reason something goes wrong, we will work to resolve the issue quickly and as professionally as we can.
We make the following guarantees to our customers:
We will give you a 30-day, money-back guarantee on our video, voice, high-speed or Home Secure and Control services.
If you’re not satisfied with these services and wish to cancel for any reason, you can do so in the first 30 days and get your money back. Simply return all equipment in good working order and we’ll refund the monthly recurring fee for your first 30 days of service, any charges you paid for standard installation and any Home Secure and Control equipment purchased.
We will always be on time within your 2 hour appointment window or we'll credit you $20* or give you a free premium channel for three months.
As a courtesy, we will call you before we arrive at your home. And if we fail to arrive for a scheduled visit during the appointment window, we will credit you $20* or give you a free premium channel for three months.
We will resolve routine issues in one visit or we'll credit you $20* or give you a free premium channel for three months.
After the first visit to your home, if we do not satisfactorily complete installation or can’t resolve a routine issue, we will credit you $20* or give you a free premium channel for three months. Additionally, we won’t charge you for a service visit that results from a Comcast equipment or network problem.
We will treat you and your home with courtesy and respect.
Our technicians will display their Comcast identification clearly when they arrive at your home. They will be trained and equipped to complete the job on the first visit. Our Customer Account Executives (CAEs) will be courteous and knowledgeable when you contact us.
We’re here for you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to answer questions at your convenience.
You can contact us regarding any service-related issue by calling 1-800-COMCAST or in any of the following ways:
We will quickly address any problem you experience.
If we do not satisfactorily complete installation or can’t resolve the routine issue during the 30 days following the first visit to your home, we will extend a complimentary service to your account. Additionally, we won’t charge you for a service visit that results from a Comcast equipment or network problem.
We will continually offer the best and most video choices.
We’re working hard to bring more choices to our customers instantaneously by using the full power of our advanced network and decades of television experience. We will use On Demand to bring you dramatically more content choices, including more movies, more sports, more kids programs, more network TV shows and more HD than anyone else.
* $25 credit provided in Comcast systems in Illinois."
Every Comcast employee is dedicated to meeting the commitments above and to exceeding your expectations. We are working very hard to serve our customers better and listen carefully to their feedback. If you have any thoughts or ideas about this Guarantee or about your experience with us, we invite you to share your feedback."
*** I can tell you from recent experience that the above just shocked me as how it is apparently a work in progress - and changing daily. IT IS A LIE... Its like common knowledge out there these days if you look at the public feedback...
Also you can NOTE the thing about Illinois residents getting the $25.00 payoff.. And where did the anti-trust laws start again....!
Cold busted. And there is always a fly in the ointment..
"United States antitrust law is a collection of federal and state government laws, which regulates the conduct and organization of business corporations, generally to promote faircompetition for the benefit of consumers. The main statutes are the Sherman Act 1890, the Clayton Act 1914 and the Federal Trade Commission Act 1914. These Acts, first, restrict the formation of cartels and prohibit other collusive practices regarded as being in restraint of trade. Second, they restrict the mergers and acquisitions of organizations which could substantially lessen competition. Third, they prohibit the creation of a monopoly and the abuse of monopoly power.
The Federal Trade Commission, the U.S. Department of Justice, state governments and private parties who are sufficiently affected may all bring actions in the courts to enforce the antitrust laws. The scope of antitrust laws, and the degree they should interfere in business freedom, or protect smaller businesses, communities and consumers, are strongly debated. One view, mostly closely associated with the "Chicago School of economics" suggests that antitrust laws should focus solely on the benefits to consumers and overall efficiency, while a broad range of legal and economic theory sees the role of antitrust laws as also controlling economic power in the public interest.[1]"
I'm thinking about all the BLOOD which was shed in this WAR over the 20th century, and how short the MEMORY has fallen. More like WHAT has slipped in thru the door during all the DISTRACTION... I am thinking of the Comcast/Time Warner merger (Which seems to have just been rubber stamped right under the radar?!?!?!!). The last attempt I recall was Att & T-MOBILE, which was quashed... But this one is WAY more powerful and the power has been wielded...!
THE WHOLE REASON for these laws is to control POWER outside the interest of the people... And when you consider that ONCE a foothold is established - it is unbreakable...! Sadly, this was the most monumental and influential victory for greed and evil in the history of the last 100 years of the US... And no one has said SHIT....! So while its all good and dandy now. Stop and think of a crime organization and threats. It starts with friendly "incentives", and next your politicians are whore bitches.. MONEY is POWER in this society.. PERIOD...
I can tell your from personal experience that Comcast customer service is at an ALL TIME LOW.. I can also tell you if you look at their website you will see the following message from the CEO...
http://www.comcast.com/Corporate/Customers/CustomerGuarantee.html
"Since 1963, Comcast has been dreaming big.
We bring exciting products and unparalleled choices to customers across America with our state-of-the-art video, high-speed Internet, phone and online services. We push the boundaries of innovation and creativity because we want to exceed our customers' expectations.
We are committed to providing Comcast customers with a consistently superior customer experience. If for any reason something goes wrong, we will work to resolve the issue quickly and as professionally as we can.
We make the following guarantees to our customers:
We will give you a 30-day, money-back guarantee on our video, voice, high-speed or Home Secure and Control services.
If you’re not satisfied with these services and wish to cancel for any reason, you can do so in the first 30 days and get your money back. Simply return all equipment in good working order and we’ll refund the monthly recurring fee for your first 30 days of service, any charges you paid for standard installation and any Home Secure and Control equipment purchased.
We will always be on time within your 2 hour appointment window or we'll credit you $20* or give you a free premium channel for three months.
As a courtesy, we will call you before we arrive at your home. And if we fail to arrive for a scheduled visit during the appointment window, we will credit you $20* or give you a free premium channel for three months.
We will resolve routine issues in one visit or we'll credit you $20* or give you a free premium channel for three months.
After the first visit to your home, if we do not satisfactorily complete installation or can’t resolve a routine issue, we will credit you $20* or give you a free premium channel for three months. Additionally, we won’t charge you for a service visit that results from a Comcast equipment or network problem.
We will treat you and your home with courtesy and respect.
Our technicians will display their Comcast identification clearly when they arrive at your home. They will be trained and equipped to complete the job on the first visit. Our Customer Account Executives (CAEs) will be courteous and knowledgeable when you contact us.
We’re here for you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to answer questions at your convenience.
You can contact us regarding any service-related issue by calling 1-800-COMCAST or in any of the following ways:
- Live Chat online with a Comcast Technician
- Online community forum
We will quickly address any problem you experience.
If we do not satisfactorily complete installation or can’t resolve the routine issue during the 30 days following the first visit to your home, we will extend a complimentary service to your account. Additionally, we won’t charge you for a service visit that results from a Comcast equipment or network problem.
We will continually offer the best and most video choices.
We’re working hard to bring more choices to our customers instantaneously by using the full power of our advanced network and decades of television experience. We will use On Demand to bring you dramatically more content choices, including more movies, more sports, more kids programs, more network TV shows and more HD than anyone else.
* $25 credit provided in Comcast systems in Illinois."
Every Comcast employee is dedicated to meeting the commitments above and to exceeding your expectations. We are working very hard to serve our customers better and listen carefully to their feedback. If you have any thoughts or ideas about this Guarantee or about your experience with us, we invite you to share your feedback."
*** I can tell you from recent experience that the above just shocked me as how it is apparently a work in progress - and changing daily. IT IS A LIE... Its like common knowledge out there these days if you look at the public feedback...
Also you can NOTE the thing about Illinois residents getting the $25.00 payoff.. And where did the anti-trust laws start again....!
Cold busted. And there is always a fly in the ointment..
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