I felt like Lessig's stories were easier to follow and read than Lethem's. He told the story like it was just a conversation, instead of a work of academic writing. I really liked the standpoints he made about some of the crazy copyrights and legal actions that have been made over time. Specifically the issue with Stephanie Lenz and her son's dancing to Prince. It was outrageous that the record company and artist would cause such a stir over something as simple as a child dancing. Shouldn't they be happy that someone was listening to the music? Why would someone's child dancing to your music be an unhappy thing? It really should be seen as good publicity. This woman was actually spreading the song to people, not to download but maybe to catch their attention as they watch the baby.
I think the whole essay brings to light how copyrighting is and will change. It has to with the growing technology and our abilities to share things so much easier with people all over the world.
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