The action was taken without using the Digital Economy Act, prompting some observers to question the need for the legislation.

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Jack Groetzinger grappled with that very same question in 2008, prompting him to launch SeatGeek.com, a consumer advocate site that helps you get the best bang for your ticket buck.

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Berkowitz would then interrupt him, in order that he answer his question yes or no, prompting Skilling to boil over with frustration.

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As an aside, it was noted that in response to one question about his successor, Mr Blair referred directly - and without prompting - to discussions he had had with Gordon Brown.

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