We Need Common Ground on Antitrust Laws, Says Rep. Spartz

The video discusses the legislative process regarding FTC regulation and big tech. It highlights the importance of separate bills for clarity, the FTC's role in mergers, and concerns about Lina Khan's appointment. The discussion also covers bipartisan efforts to find common ground on big tech regulation, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability. Different approaches to regulation, such as bottom-up versus top-down, are explored, with a focus on data portability and market competition.

Why does the speaker prefer separate bills over an omnibus bill?

• To increase the complexity of legislation

• To reduce the number of bills

• To address issues individually

• To simplify the voting process

What is the primary function of the FTC according to the speaker?

• To enforce tax regulations

• To support large corporations

• To review and regulate monopoly powers

• To promote mergers and acquisitions

What concerns do Republicans have about Lina Khan's appointment?

• She may be too lenient on big tech

• She might aggressively enforce regulations

• She lacks experience in technology

• She supports breaking up all tech companies

What is the potential problem with technology companies according to the speaker?

• They innovate too quickly

• They are too small to influence markets

• They can silence influential figures

• They pay too much in taxes

What approach does the speaker prefer for regulating big tech companies?

• Bottom-up approach

• No regulation at all

• Top-down approach

• Immediate breakup of companies

What is one of the key issues the speaker wants to address in the upcoming bills?

• Employee rights

• Tax evasion

• Data portability

• Environmental impact

What is the speaker's view on the application of laws?

• Laws should apply universally

• Laws should only apply to big tech

• Laws should apply selectively

• Laws should be abolished