03/27/2012
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"Without that predictable and sufficient and sustainable universal service, that demand may not materialize in the form of taking our infrastructure loans to bring broadband to rural Kansans."
"I co-chair a caucus in the Senate with one of my Democrat colleagues. It is about competitiveness."
"Thank you Chairman Moran and Ranking Member Merkley for allowing me to testify and I would be happy to answers any questions that you may have at this time."
"For those of us who grew up in rural areas, it is a lifestyle we cherish and hope to preserve for our children."