Energy spent on tech trustbusting is energy wasted

Political commentators and constituents alike are quick to judge the actions of politicians, and often they are within their right to do so. However, recent criticism aimed at senators who have chosen not to embroil themselves in the fight to regulate tech companies are unfounded. Our senators are making the right decision for Coloradans.

We can all appreciate that those on the side of antitrust reform often rely on historical references to the use of antitrust statutes in the 20^th century. While the free market isn’t perfect, it’s preferable, generally, to increased regulation — except in limited circumstances such as price fixing. And of course, both sides share an interest in advancing a healthy, competitive economy. 

But recent writing on the matter, including…