Broadband Quote by Laphonza Butler
“Broadband Internet is no longer a modern luxury. It's essential infrastructure to participate in the economy of today and tomorrow, and the lack of broadband creates perhaps the largest opportunity costs facing Americans who live in rural areas.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Rural Broadband, U.S. Senate Committee, 2023
Broadband is a fundamental utility; without it, rural communities miss economic and educational opportunities.
In simple terms: Broadband is essential for modern life.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for universal broadband access.
Themes
equity
infrastructure
digital divide
Mood
urgent
hopeful
Type
policy
advocacy
When to use this quote
- rural schools
- telehealth
- remote work
- small businesses
Key Concepts
public policy
economic development
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies can close the digital gap?
- How can communities mobilize for better connectivity?
A Different Perspective
Funding and political will often lag behind technological needs.
