Aspen Forum Experts Discuss How to Best Allocate Billions of Dollars for Broadband Spending
Experts agreed that outreach and marketing to historically underserved and marginalized communities must be a part of the discussion.

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Experts agreed that outreach and marketing to historically underserved and marginalized communities must be a part of the discussion.
ASPEN, Colorado, August 20, 2021— The COVID-19 pandemic has made it clear that, because those who do not have access to the internet cannot fully participate in society, the Congress broadband infrastructure program should focus on addressing affordability rather than availability, said expert Greg Rosston, speaking at the Technology Policy Institute forum here on Monday.
'Where my hope lies is in the states,' said Deborah Lathen, president of Lathen Consulting.
The Trump administration has been pushing out federal workers and attempting to freeze spending.
Two industry leaders warn state training mandates could stall projects, threaten rural access.
Initiative aims to strengthen U.S. telecom security and counter foreign threats.