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Your internet bill is subsidizing Big Tech’s bottom line

Big Tech profits from broadband networks while consumers foot the bill. Congress must fix the USF so tech platforms pay their way.

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Your internet bill is subsidizing Big Tech’s bottom line – KnowGov