On: We should have the ability to run any code we want on hardware we own

[pishpash]

The protection period simply needs to be adjusted downward to reflect the faster pace of change. Rewarding 1700's technology pace today is asinine.

[themafia → pishpash]

The original copyright from the 1700s was 14 years. You could file for an additional 14 years after that. It was extended starting in 1909 until the monstrosity it is today.

We're far from the promotion of useful arts and sciences and instead guarding the likeness of a cartoon mouse.

[skeezyboy → themafia]

but how would people be able to sell their crap on deviantart?