They're going to be coming back. When do not know, but that they are I do know. This was but a skirmish. SOPA and PIPA didn't pass because they were vague in what they would target exactly (despite they're names). However, the days of the "Wild West" Internet are nearly over. Eventually, some form of legislation will make its way into law to combat piracy, just as the railroads tamed the West. Just looked waht happened to the owner of MegaUpload, and the seemingly instantaneous reaction by FileSonic and FileServe.
It's my job to help the next generation, and set a good example for them. And for that I'll gladly lay down my life.