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Byron Dorgan

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Byron Dorgan is a former United States Senator from North Dakota, serving from 1992 to 2011 as a member of the Democratic Party. He was born on May 14, 1942. During his tenure in the Senate, Dorgan was known for his advocacy on issues such as agriculture, energy, and Native American rights. He played a significant role in promoting policies aimed at supporting rural communities and addressing the needs of tribal nations. Dorgan also served as the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, where he focused on improving the lives of Native Americans and addressing their concerns in federal policy.

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Mar 10, 2010

I strongly support and, by the way, which, in my judgment, was very constructive in leading us to more progress at the FCC on network neutrality.

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Mar 10, 2010

I think we should separate some of these issues that we are talking about.

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Mar 10, 2010

To say that we will--for Comcast to say we will adhere to the current access rules, which are not effectual--if they don't help protect us in the ways that we need to from a competitive standpoint, then that is meaningless.

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Mar 10, 2010

When Comcast claims that there is a little for antitrust authorities to look at in this merger, they must think we are still living in the 'don't worry, be happy, do nothing' era of antitrust and regulation.

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Mar 10, 2010

Officials who understand that concentration and vertical integration can be bad for consumers and the economy, who understand that public interest principles are good for citizens and civic discourse, are in office, and not a moment too…

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Mar 10, 2010

The President has talked about an overall discretionary spending freeze for fiscal year 2011.

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Mar 10, 2010

A perfect public policy, in my judgment.

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Mar 10, 2010

I think this is a significant issue. We should think through it carefully, understand the consequences, pro and con, and then make judgments.

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Mar 10, 2010

the fact is some of the biggest interests spend all of their time trying to prevent action being taken industry wide.

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Mar 10, 2010

I have long been concerned about concentration, particularly in media ownership.

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Mar 9, 2010

I think the JASON's report is at odds with that.

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Mar 9, 2010

Well, this year will end 30 years in the United States Congress. It's a great privilege, but there are other things I wish to do.

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