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On the recordSeptember 24, 2020
Mr. Speaker, our country has undoubtably been rocked by coronavirus. The pandemic has put a strain on our physical, mental, and financial health. As time has passed, it has been easy to focus on the negative; however, I am encouraged by the work I have seen from my House Republican colleagues. Instead of playing partisan politics, I have seen a commitment to America. I have seen a concerted effort to renew the American Dream, restore our way of life, and rebuild the greatest economy ever. America is worth fighting for, and while the pandemic is currently at the forefront of our minds, there is a bright future ahead of us all. We will rise from this crisis thanks to the resiliency, the grit, and the determination of the American people. Renewing the American Dream can mean a lot of different things. To me, it starts with two things: broadband connectivity and a capable, trained workforce. In 21st century America, reliable connectivity is something many of us take for granted. Just like flipping the switch to turn on your lights, we have come to expect reliable, fast, uninterrupted access to the internet. Still, many communities across the country don't have reliable broadband connectivity, particularly in rural America. In time, the coronavirus will be a thing of the past, but our national need for reliable broadband connectivity is not going anywhere. Connectivity impacts every aspect of our lives: commerce, education, healthcare, precision agriculture, and more.…
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Glenn Thompson
Republican · Pennsylvania

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