Political Quotes

“I am proud to stand with my good colleague from New Hampshire and all of my colleagues today in defense of net neutrality. Net neutrality has leveled the playing field for every American consumer, allowing everyone to access and enjoy an open internet. Thanks to the internet provided by schools and public libraries, students have been able to utilize information available online to enhance their education or help them do their homework. I have heard from librarians and library administrators from all across Nevada expressing their concerns about the direct negative impact net neutrality's repeal would have on Nevadans. They told me that repealing net neutrality would hamper their ability to provide Nevadans with essential services. According to the Pew Research Center, ``Library users who take advantage of libraries' computers and internet connections are more likely to be young, black, female, and lower income.'' In Nevada, I know students who don't have access to internet at home now go to the library to do their homework. Nevadans applying for jobs currently use the internet in public libraries to connect with employers to submit resumes and job applications. Many Nevadans use the internet and internet access to learn new skills through training resources that are available online. In November of last year, I received a letter from the Las Vegas- Clark County Library District strongly opposing the repeal of net neutrality.…”