"Free Delwin." That’s the message of a Web site about a Princeton University student, Delwin Olivan, who is one of the many college students to be sued by the Recording Industry Association of America for allegedly pirating music online. The recording industry has demanded that he pay $5,000 within the next 60 days to settle the case or else face larger damages at trial, according to the site, which was organized by some of his classmates. It asks visitors to contribute to help Mr. Olivan pay the settlement, and to buy T-shirts with the supportive message.
"Delwin is no different than you or I," the site says. "He’s a college kid who enjoys listening to some good tunes here and there. He’s shared music with friends. He’s burned cds…. He is a symbol of our generation and the struggle we undergo each day. Please, help FREE DELWIN." (The Daily Princetonian)
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