Dallas, Texas – Connected Nation (CN), with support from AT&T, has published new research examining national attitudes toward home broadband (high-speed internet) and the federal Affordable … [Read more...]
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The Digital Divide’s Ability to Divide
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor Almost everything we do, these days, is connected to the internet. COVID-19 exacerbated our dependency or highlighted the need for broadband, … [Read more...]
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High Speed Internet Access is Necessary
By LaKeshia N. Myers In our digital age, having internet access is merely square one. As the tech industry flourishes, so do the technological resources received by school districts and … [Read more...]
Biden-Harris Administration Announces Over $40 Billion to Connect Everyone in America to Affordable, Reliable, High-Speed Internet
By Karen Stokes President Biden and Vice President Harris have unveiled a groundbreaking initiative, allocating $40 billion to ensure widespread access to high-speed internet for communities across … [Read more...]
Senator Baldwin Delivers More than $1 Billion to Wisconsin to Expand Access to High-Speed Internet
Investment comes after Baldwin successfully “Badgered the FCC” to improve broadband map and ensure Wisconsin gets its fair share of resources WASHINGTON, D.C. – On June 26th, U.S. Senator Tammy … [Read more...]
Affordable Internet Now Available for Millions of Americans
By Karen Stokes The Biden administration on Monday, May 9, announced a plan to expand affordable high-speed internet access for millions of Americans. “High speed internet is not a luxury … [Read more...]
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Broadband Access is an Urban and Rural Problem
By Alex Lasry Reliable broadband access is a major problem across Wisconsin. While most public discussions of the need for broadband focuses on isolated, rural communities, the reality is … [Read more...]
EducationSuperHighway Continues to Help Bridge the Digital Divide
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz It’s easy to assume that everyone uses the internet, but that’s not necessarily the case. In fact, not everyone has access to the internet and while some households may … [Read more...]
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Year of the Broadband Will Build Wisconsin’s Economy and Improve Access to Justice
By Marsha Mansfield, JD Director, LIFT Dane Carlos sits in a McDonald’s parking lot trying to access Zoom for his child support hearing at the local courthouse. Leila waits across town in the … [Read more...]
Time Warner Cable starter internet gives eligible families in Milwaukee access to affordable broadband
Program offers internet service for just $9.95 a month for two years Time Warner Cable has announced the launch of a pilot program designed to offer affordable broadband service to low-income … [Read more...]