re: Why is it ok to steal media?

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OK, so I may get a bit long winded and/or philosophical here, so bear with me.

1*) I disagree with your use of the term "steal."

2) There is a wealth of political philosophy that disagrees with the concept of intellectual property, and considers it simple economic protectionism.

3) Even if you do think that some IP protections are necessary, I would bet that you wouldn't agree with what is currently on the books (nor would most reasonable people). Nor would you like what you learn when you delve into the extreme corporate lobbying done by the entertainment industry in order to make IP protections more beneficial for themselves.

4) Markets operate irrespective of law and morality. It is up to the industry to adjust its business practice to current market trends. If an industry doesn't do that, then they will suffer the consequences of that choice.

*As to #1: Please stop using the term "steal." People are not stealing anything. They are copying. Yes, there is a significant difference, despite what the industry propagandists tell you.

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+1 on all points and I believe you posted a cartoon a while back illustrating why piracy and "stealing" in the movie/tv and music industries is common. I'll see if I can find it.