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Examining Obama's broadband policy

Stakes are high, but benefits could be far-reaching

      

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In this Audiocast, hear Dave Russell, solutions marketing director at Calix, talk about his views on the Obama Administration’s proposed Broadband stimulus package.

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Russell addresses the following questions:

• Do you believe that the proposed broadband stimulus package of US$6-9 billion is enough?

• What's the right broadband speed that needs to be considered? Is fiber the right technology to address that speed?

• What sort of economic impact do you expect the Obama administration's stimulus to have with your rural customers and their serving areas?

• How should it be administered and by what government body?

• What is your take on the “open access” terminology in the bill?

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