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Ed Markey: I take a somewhat different approach to my friend, and agree with you, Senator. I think broadband access has become the…

On the recordJuly 6, 2016
I take a somewhat different approach to my friend, and agree with you, Senator. I think broadband access has become the fundamental avenue for free expression in the world, and is the link to the world economy.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Markey emphasizes the importance of broadband access for free expression and economic connection.

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