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(While this is a national and not a state-focused story, I think everyone on this site will be interested to hear about ways to move toward the goal of universal access. Think about how this could impact local blogs if so many more people in this state could use the Internet, particularly in those underserved areas. It would open up the conversation to include everyone. There's more at my site.)
This is the "chicken in every pot" for the 21st century. And as you will see, it's extremely doable and completely worthwhile for American competition, entrepreneurship and technological advancement.
In short, the FCC is about to auction off a portion of the broadband spectrum. All the major telcos like Verizon and AT&T are expected to bid on the prime real estate. But John Edwards has a better idea. He wants to have the FCC use that spectrum to increase Internet access for all Americans, young or old, rich or poor. This is the text of his letter to FCC Chairman Kevin Martin:
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