Despite Billions in Public Funding, Rural Broadband Still Lags

The video discusses the challenges faced by Caroline Roskam, a teacher in rural Maryland, due to lack of high-speed internet. It highlights the broader issue of the digital divide, where many rural areas lack broadband access despite federal funding. The FCC's flawed data overstates broadband availability, affecting funding and expansion efforts. The video calls for improved data accuracy and accountability to bridge the digital divide.

What is the main issue faced by the Roskam family in rural Maryland?

• Frequent power outages

• Poor road infrastructure

• Limited internet connectivity

• Lack of access to clean water

How does the FCC's flawed data affect broadband expansion?

• It leads to overestimation of broadband availability

• It results in underfunding of urban areas

• It causes an increase in internet prices

• It improves the quality of internet services

What is a consequence of the FCC's inaccurate broadband maps?

• Internet service providers are penalized

• Communities are ineligible for federal broadband expansion funds

• Broadband speeds increase in rural areas

• Communities receive more funding than needed

What is the purpose of the FCC's new broadband data task force?

• To promote wireless internet services

• To reduce internet costs

• To improve data accuracy and close the digital divide

• To increase government oversight on social media

What is a major criticism of the FCC's broadband funding efforts?

• They only benefit large corporations

• They are too expensive for taxpayers

• They lack meaningful accountability and oversight

• They focus too much on urban areas