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Al Franken: The digital divide in Indian Country is enormous. This is a rural electrification issue of the 21st century.

On the recordApril 26, 2016
The digital divide in Indian Country is enormous. This is a rural electrification issue of the 21st century.
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Al Franken
Democratic · Minnesota

Editor's note · Context

Franken emphasizes the critical need for broadband access in Indian Country.

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