Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 15, 2017
The big carriers don't want to do it because they can't make as much money as they want.
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Peter Welch
Democratic · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Welch criticizes large carriers for neglecting rural service due to profit motives.

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