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This is the best argument for why we need Content Neutrality rules and campaign finance laws:
https://www.recode.net/2018/1/5/16854324/silicon-valley-trump-netflix-free-internet-association-fcc-net-neutrality-lawsuit

The leading lobbying group for Amazon, Facebook, Google and other tech giants is joining the legal battle to restore net neutrality. The companies will intervene in a coming lawsuit through their trade group, the Internet Association.

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As an intervener, though, the Internet Association still will play a crucial role, filing legal arguments in the coming case. And in formally participating, tech giants will have the right to appeal a judge’s decision later if Silicon Valley comes out on the losing end.

https://internetassociation.org/our-members
Some members:

Amazon
Ebay
Expedia
Facebook
  Google
Groupon
Intuit
Linkedin
Microsoft
Netflix
Paypal
Reddit
Salesforce
Snap, Inc.
Spotify
TripAdvisor
Twitter
Uber
Yelp
  Zwillow

The companies along their greed to make more money on costumers also didn't change... if anything, it only grew. Now they also have a whole lot more politicians in their pockets,

Yes, it is indeed frightening how many greedy corporations are trying to sway net neutrality legislation in their favor. You can find a list here.

I don't know anything about this "Internet Association"...Just a guess...

Why guess? There's this cool website called "Google," which lets you look things up. For instance, it can point you to the "Internet Association" website!

And, their website even has information which indicates they support net neutrality, which makes the question legitimate.

"The Internet Association represents America’s leading Internet companies and their global community of users." - Their members are companies that would hurt without Net Neutrality.

As the article originally posted points out.

Theran pointed to the role McCarthy played in advancing a key tech-industry priority: patent reform. Under McCarthy's floor leadership, the House passed the Innovation Act 325-91 in December 2013. Tech companies hope that the bill, which is designed to cut back on frivolous lawsuits from so-called "patent trolls," will soon pass the Senate.

Also, these other votes could of his have had an impact on their decision.

It is better to spend less than tax more. (Dec 2005)
Voted NO on extending AMT exemptions to avoid hitting middle-income. (Jun 2008)
Voted NO on paying for AMT relief by closing offshore business loopholes. (Dec 2007)
Taxpayer Protection Pledge: no new taxes. (Aug 2010)
No European-style VAT (value-added tax). (May 2010)
Supports the Taxpayer Protection Pledge. (Jan 2012)

Legislative transparency: post bills on Internet for a week. (Sep 2010)
Voted YES on protecting cyber security by sharing data with government. (Apr 2013)
Voted YES on terminating funding for National Public Radio. (Mar 2011)
Voted NO on delaying digital TV conversion by four months. (Mar 2009)
Voted YES on retroactive immunity for telecoms' warrantless surveillance. (Jun 2008)
Voted YES on $23B instead of $4.9B for waterway infrastructure. (Nov 2007)
Facilitate nationwide 2-1-1 phone line for human services. (Jan 2007)
Permanent ban on state & local taxation of Internet access. (Oct 2007)
Prohibit the return of the Fairness Doctrine. (Jan 2009)

Invested lottery winnings to start deli business at age 19. (Sep 2010)
Voted YES on workforce training by state block grants & industry partners. (Mar 2013)
Voted NO on letting shareholders vote on executive compensation. (Jul 2009)
Voted YES on more funding for nanotechnology R&D and commercialization. (Jul 2009)
Voted NO on allowing stockholder voting on executive compensation. (Apr 2007)
Repeal ObamaCare reporting requirements for small business. (Jan 2011)
Rated 14% by UFCW, indicating a pro-management voting record. (May 2012)

After all, if you're a CEO, which one is more important to you? net neutrality, or tax loopholes and your overall executive compensation package?

"The Internet Association represents America’s leading Internet companies and their global community of users." - Their members are companies that would hurt without Net Neutrality.