Congresscritters take money from RIAA/MPAA, then threaten universities on their behalf

Caines sez,

Rep. Lamar Smith (R-Texas) and Howard Berman (D-Calif.) are sending threats to 20 universities if they don't provide "acceptable answers" to what measures they are taking to prevent illegal file sharing.

Smith received $11,500 during his previous campaign from groups associated with the RIAA and MPAA.

Berman received $9800 from related groups as well as an additional $22,700 from residents of NY (Berman is a CA rep) who have ties to the RIAA and MPAA

Link (Thanks, Caines!)