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This article appeared in The New Republic , May 24, 1993.
Robert Wright examines the work and philosophy of Mitch Kapor, founder of Lotus and co-founder of the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF). In his work with EFF, Kapor has spearheaded a national effort to shape the new data superhighway: a web of fiber-optic that spans the country. Along the way, he and his group have garnered praise and power in Washington, and criticism from some on the left.