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Just One Good Thing - Broadband - A Lifeline for Rural Communities in Crisis

Season 1 Episode 71

This episode highlights how the Biden-Harris administration's broadband expansion is enhancing emergency preparedness in rural communities. From rapid alerts to telehealth access, this initiative is proving to be a crucial lifeline during crises—showing a stark contrast to the previous administration's neglect of rural connectivity.

Here's what to do:

 Check vote.org to make sure you and your friends' voter registrations are up to date. 

Fact-checking quotes:

  1. "The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act provides $65 billion to ensure every American has access to reliable high-speed internet."
  2. "Recent disasters have highlighted the need for robust emergency preparedness across all sectors."
  3. "Improving Internet access opens doors to telehealth services and creates a communication network for emergency responses."

 

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