Mark Pryor actually said...

"We, in Congress, must ensure that any digital divide that exists between urban and rural areas is effectively bridged, and that all Americans have the tools necessary to take full advantage of our bro..."

"This is actually the first in a series of hearings that we intend to hold on the state of the communications in the United States."

"The impact that high-speed broadband can have on economic development in rural areas... cannot be overstated."

"I hope this will position our subcommittee, not only as a forum for education and debate on the current state of communications policy in our nation, but also as a vehicle for identifying the best pat..."