Yes. And for the record, I think the original concept here for ARC came
from the Pacific Isles. It was brought up after Hurricane Ivan by
someone, I forget who...

Laurent Straskraba wrote:

> At 21:48 04/01/2005, you wrote:
>
>> So the next time you think about bridging the digital divide, put aside
>> the academic debates of how many people have email access or which
>> communities know how to use a search engine effectively. Instead, think
>> of it this way: does everyone have access to the tools and information
>> they need to keep their families safe and sound? If the answer is no,
>> then you'll know that we still have a lot of work to do.
>
>
>
> YES Andy!
>
> If the Information Society is not for ALL what "society" is it then?
> In my opinion, everyone should have the right AND the opportunity to
> access any information that is protecting him/her from ANY harm.
>
> Isn't this example reason enough to open public pockets and make it a
> reality?
>
> Best regards,
>
> Laurent
>
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