U.S. Presidential Candidates' Positions on Intellectual Property Issues
Intellectual property rights issues have been finding their way into the campaign platforms of candidates vying to become the next president of the United States. Intellectual Property Watch has compiled the policy positions of the candidates so far.
The role of the Internet in alleged intellectual property infringement, especially of copyrighted music and video content, has been most frequently discussed. In particular, opinions on the use of digital rights management technology, strategies for preventing piracy and the desirability of Internet neutrality have played out in candidates’ statements and technology papers.
