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AT&T, DC AG settle overcharging lawsuit for $1.5 million

The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia alleged that AT&T overcharged District taxpayers millions of dollars by failing to comply with its long-term contract for cell phone and Internet services.

GAO finds transparency, accountability issues in FCC’s Hurricane Maria response

The Government Accountability Office found that unclear federal guidance on FCC's role in disaster response might have caused confusion and delays.

CWA members build skills to advocate for broadband buildout and good jobs

Participants discussed how public education, lobbying, and media attention can help ensure that high-speed internet connections are built where they are most needed, that corporations are held accountable for providing high quality service, and that the funds support good, union jobs in our communities.

One-Way Internet

Although download speeds vary significantly, upload speeds are almost universally terrible.

What 'Accessible' Means

Whole sections of a city, county or state may only have marginal access but be considered as `broadband accessible.'

Super high speed in Japan

Earlier this month, our Japanese comrades in Union Network International provided us with a thorough overview of high-speed networks in Japan.

California Sets the Bar

California Broadband Task Force member Charles Giancarlo speaks out about the importance of a high speed internet policy.

California gets serious about closing the digital divide

A few days ago, the State of California took an important step forward for millions of Americans who lack access to the communication infrastructure of the 21st century

Americans Choose Higher Speeds

According to a new Nielsen/NetRatings survey, 78% of home internet users have broadband.

Not-So-High Speed Internet

Millions of Americans think that they have high speed Internet - but most aren't getting what they're paying for.

Telemedicine: Coming to a Town Near You

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will try to implement a nationwide broadband network for health care providers.

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