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White House Announces ‘Rural Playbook’ to Help Underserved Rural Communities Gain Access to Federal Stimulus Funding

The “Rural Playbook” provides rural communities with information on the “what, when, where, and how to apply” for infrastructure funds.

Muni Broadband Makes Longmont Among Nation’s Best Work-From-Home Cities

“The number-one requirement for a good work-from-home location is fast, reliable Internet access,” PCMag explains.

Stock Buybacks Remind Us That Monopoly ISPs Work for Shareholders, Not Subscribers

Local governments need to be wary about the huge cable and telephone monopolies stopping by their offices and offering generously to solve the digital divide once and for all, if only we give them more taxpayer money.

This is America’s broadband moment. Don’t screw it up

As connectivity becomes increasingly important to everyday life, policymakers at all levels can take action to streamline broadband infrastructure projects and improve internet access for all communities.

Forget the Billionaires Tax, 5 Ways Biden’s Budget Might Actually Help Spur Small Business

President Joe Biden’s budget requests a record sum for the Small Business Administration. Here are some of the ways your business could benefit.

Partnerships With Electric Utilities Can Help Expand Broadband Access

How investor-owned utilities provide infrastructure to bring high-speed internet to rural America

Smarter Planning for Rural Communities

Many rural communities face growing demographic and economic challenges. Smart planning can help anticipate and respond to these problems, allowing communities to take control of their destinies.

A Chance for Disarmament in the Economic Development Subsidy Wars Between States

States and cities spend an estimated $100 billion every year on an arms race that research shows does little to improve their economic outlook. In fact, corporate handouts actually slow down national economic growth.