John D. Barlow

John D. Barlow was an influential American poet, essayist, and internet advocate who helped shape digital rights and online freedoms. He was a founding member of the Electronic Frontier Foundation, an organization dedicated to defending civil liberties in the digital age. Barlow famously declared that "an electronic frontier" was emerging, emphasizing the importance of free expression and privacy on the internet. He believed the internet could be a space for free exchange of ideas, much like the American frontier once was. His work combined technological insight with a passion for individual rights and open communication.