Hey Obama, are you forgetting something?

It's been a year since Barack Obama was named the 44th President of the United States. He may be recognized best for being the nation's first black president, but there are more notable firsts he has brought to the white house. Obama has recognized more than any other president prior how powerful a tool the internet is both for him and the people.

Obama repeatedly put net neutrality as a prime issue during his campaign. He brought the issue to the attention of millions of Americans. But where is it now? Take a look at his issues page. There's technology... I see some key elements for broadband access... net neutrality? nothing.

I'm not saying he hasn't done anything good for the internet. He created positions in his office specifically for technology, that's a step in the right direction. And his website does discuss the importance of broadband internet: "For America to lead the world in the technologies of the future, President Obama believes that all Americans must have affordable 21st century access to the Internet." That's good stuff! But the internet will not be the same powerful tool that it is today if nothing is done about corporations like Time Warner and AT&T trying to control access.

First things first Obama.