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Federal Affordability Program's End Threatens Broadband Access for Millions

As the Affordable Connectivity Program winds down, over 23 million U.S. families face potential loss of broadband access, highlighting the need for urgent action.

Overview

  • Fewer than half of Black Americans feel the news covers topics of interest to them, underscoring a disconnect with media representation.
  • The 1898 Wilmington massacre and subsequent Jim Crow laws exemplify historical efforts to disenfranchise Black Americans, a fact often overlooked in mainstream narratives.
  • The Media 2070 Project aims to address and repair journalism's violent history towards African Americans.
  • The loss of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) could significantly impact over 23 million U.S. families, emphasizing the program's critical role in providing internet access.
  • U.S. leaders are urged to advance significant digital civil rights protections, reflecting a growing concern over privacy and civil liberties in the digital age.