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How effective would the labels for consumer broadband for #wired as well as #wireless mandated by the Federal Communications Commission in the #US be? This is a question that has been on the minds of many. Just like #foodlabels, these aim to empower #consumers with actionable #information about the #broadband service they are purchasing, such as #speed, #price, and #data caps. The idea is to enhance #consumerwelfare through #competition, #choice and #transparency, including but not limited to the Quality of Service. However, the effectiveness of these labels in achieving their intended goals remains to be seen. Would it enable or stifle #innovation in terms of #traiff plans? Should Telecom Regulatory Authority of India(TRAI) consider something like this in #India? What do you think? Anil Kumar Lahoti; Neeraj Mittal; Pradip Baijal; Harsha Vardhana SINGH; Rajat Kathuria; A. K. Bhargava; Lt Gen Dr SP Kochhar; Vikram TIWATHIA; Mahesh Uppal; V Sridhar; Rohit Kumar Singh; Anil Tandan; Pradeep Mehta; Nikhil Pahwa; Rajnesh Singh; Prasanto Kumar Roy; Shubhendu Parth; Dr. Lara Srivastava; Scott Wallsten; James Pethokoukis; Jhalak Kakkar Federal Trade Commission; Telecom Regulatory Authority of India(TRAI); Department of Telecommunications ( DOT ) Centre for Social and Economic Progress; Cellular Operators Association of India - COAI; ITU-APT Foundation of India; Broadband India Forum; Consumer Unity & Trust Society; Internet Society; MediaNama; Internet Society; Technology Policy Institute; Centre for Communication Governance; #FCC #broadbandlabels #QoS #mobilebroadband

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A brilliant new column in Observer by Roy Swan that will unpack how we can strive for a better form of capitalism that can work for all of us, rooted in innovation, prosperity, and fairness. Check it out!!

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My latest for MSNBC: The union plan to unleash a tsunami for Biden. "There’s plenty in the former president’s record w/ which these unions can make their case. Former President Donald Trump’s popularity among working-class voters is, to be blunt, a triumph of bluster over substance and presentation over reality. The former president says he is a friend of the common man. His actions demonstrate he is anything but. Trump’s administration was a wrecking ball when it came to worker rights, rolling back multiple safety initiatives. His Supreme Court nominees were instrumental in a major ruling weakening public-sector unions. His appointees to the National Labor Relations Board made it harder for workers to unionize. During his administration, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration even removed the names of people who died in workplace accidents from the front page of its website. And since he left the White House, he has fought with the United Auto Workers and urged its members to stop paying their dues. Biden’s strong pro-worker actions are a 180-degree turn from Trump’s record. He marched on a picket line last year with striking UAW members (a first for a sitting president) and met with Starbucks labor organizers. His NLRB appointments are more likely to back workers over employers. And he's been an aggressive advocate for nonunion workers. His administration’s ban on almost all non-compete agreements will most likely both increase entrepreneurial efforts and give America’s workers a wage boost of more than $500 a year. And, yes, the names of workers killed in workplace accidents are back on OSHA’s front page. Nothing highlights the difference between Trump’s & Biden’s attitudes toward working Americans better than how they both handled overtime compensation. Trump abandoned an Obama administration initiative to double the salary threshold under which salaried workers would be eligible for mandatory overtime pay. Biden’s administration didn’t just restore the Obama-era rule; it raised the threshold to just over $56,000 annually ... [But] a recent review of databases tracking Democratic candidate statements, social media posts and campaign ads during the 2022 election revealed relatively few House and Senate candidates emphasized kitchen table economics or Biden legislative achievements like the infrastructure bill or the Inflation Reduction Act. That is borderline political malpractice. These issues and achievements mean a lot to voters. But they won’t sell themselves. People, I’ve learned over decades of reporting on these issues, lead busy lives: They don’t spend their days thinking about political gains and losses. They are upset about inflation and the rising cost of living but aren’t aware of what Biden — or any politician, really — is doing (or not doing, when it comes to Trump) to make their financial lives better." #Biden #Trump #Election2024 #OSHA #NLRB #SEIU #noncompetes #overtime #WorkerRights #unions #Fightfor15

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By now, the proof is pretty much irrefutable: America is well and truly losing the information war in the Middle East. In my latest column for Newsweek, I offer some thoughts on how the United States can become more competitive in the "battle for hearts and minds" among Arab-speaking publics. Check it out! https://lnkd.in/enZHe-CD

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I spoke with NTD News about our recent Coalition for a Prosperous America (CPA) case study report to Congress that details how BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, and MSCI Inc., the world’s foremost index provider, are investing in Chinese military companies, companies working on China's large-scale nuclear weapons buildup, and companies sanctioned by the U.S. government for their involvement in Beijing’s ongoing use of forced labor and genocide against the Uyghurs. CPA’s report shows that BlackRock’s offshore funds have about $130 million invested across 14 Chinese Military-Industrial Complex companies listed on the Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Shenzhen stock exchanges—equity positions that would be illegal if held in the United States. Watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/ePq_w555

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I hope my essay in the WSJ today sparks an overdue discussion about exempting nonprofit businesses from tax. Taxing their profits would be fair and efficient. To Raise Revenue, Tax the Nonprofits by @scottahodge https://lnkd.in/eVTnVYtM via @WSJopinion

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The U.S. Equalitarian Party would like to replace single choice voting with ranked choice voting in primary and general elections and replace one winner districts with larger multi-member winner districts. Learn More at: https://lnkd.in/e8f2AiAA

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Empowering Veteran Advocacy with EPIC Policy Group: A Strategic Approach for Non-Profit Success As a leader of a non-profit dedicated to supporting veterans, you aim to ensure they receive the recognition, benefits, and support they deserve. However, influencing policy and advocating for veteran rights can be challenging due to complex legislation, securing funding, and building influential coalitions. Many non-profits struggle with: - Limited Advocacy Resources: Tight budgets and limited staff hinder comprehensive advocacy efforts. - Complex Legislative Environment: The evolving legal landscape requires specialized knowledge. - Building Strategic Alliances: Forming coalitions and partnerships is time-consuming and requires strategic insight. - Sustainable Impact: Achieving long-term, sustainable change demands a coordinated approach. EPIC Policy Group bridges these gaps, offering expertise, resources, and strategic guidance to elevate your advocacy efforts. Our services include: 1. Policy Analysis and Development: Understand the legislative landscape and develop effective policy positions. 2. Coalition Building: Form strong alliances with organizations, stakeholders, and policymakers. 3. Advocacy Training: Equip your team with essential advocacy skills and knowledge. 4. Strategic Communications: Craft compelling messages and utilize effective communication channels. 5. Legislative Monitoring: Stay informed about changes impacting your organization. Consider Arizona Veterans, a non-profit that partnered with EPIC Policy Group. They built a coalition, secured funding, and achieved legislative victories, including the Veterans Suicide Prevention Pilot Program in 2023. To take your advocacy efforts to the next level, partner with EPIC Policy Group. Contact Samuel Curry at 602.492.3449 or visit www.epicpolicygroup.com to schedule your consultation. Empower your organization. Influence policy. Make a difference for veterans with EPIC Policy Group.

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The TBLC's Q2 “Public Policy for a More Globally Competitive Texas" focuses on durable skills and work-place learning. Key elements to increasing Texas’ skilled workforce.

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Today Verizon and the Communications Workers of America Union (CWA), in a joint op-ed published in Multichannel News, urged Congress to act now to extend the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) to ensure that high-speed broadband is affordable for everyone. By providing a subsidy for broadband service, the ACP has made unprecedented progress in closing the digital divide, helping 23 million households get and stay connected. But funding for the ACP is about to run out. While federal funding is available to build broadband networks to unserved and underserved areas through the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program, broadband deployment is only part of the equation. To make the most of the investment in BEAD, and to support good jobs and maintain broadband service, we must ensure that everyone - regardless of income - stays connected. It's not too late to save the critical ACP. We urge Congress to act immediately to renew ACP funding. #ACP #BEAD #Congress

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This is always so nerve wracking to me, but also, gotta get used to it. My swear jar is full from trying to get this right. :) #ForeignPolicy #Biden #Trump #Kennedy Full article can be found here - https://lnkd.in/g9uM3YQN

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NEW, via The Hill, Institute for Free Speech Chairman Bradley Smith provides a compelling analysis of the implications of the recent, unprecedented Biden-Harris switch at the top of the Democratic ticket. As a former Federal Election Commission (FEC) Commissioner, Brad brings unique insights to this complex situation. His article details: - The legal challenges surrounding the transfer of Biden's campaign funds to Harris - Practical considerations of the switch, including potential FEC enforcement timelines and their impact on the upcoming election - The broader implications for campaign finance law and political speech This piece is a must-read for anyone interested in campaign finance, election law, or the current political landscape. It showcases how political transitions can raise profound legal and regulatory questions when they become intertwined with the complex world of campaign finance. https://lnkd.in/ejETCGpn #CampaignFinance #ElectionLaw #PoliticalSpeech #2024Election

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Appropriations.com: House Approps Chairman #Cole released a #MarkupSchedule for #FY2025 bills and interim #SubcommitteeAllocations calling for 6% overall cuts to nondefense spending with 10-11% cuts to programs in #LaborHHSEd, #FinancialServices, and #StateForeignOps, and limiting #Defense increases to 1%, less than inflation. Notably, he rejected any "side deals" to augment the tight spending limits set by the #FiscalResponsibilityAct. See Approps.com for continuing details.

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There is yet much at stake here on so many critical societal topics: abortion rights, environment, guns, elections. We live in turbulent times. #SupremeCourt #government #humanrights #guncontrol #environment https://lnkd.in/gyMfrPij

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Be sure to check out our AI Practice’s latest report on Majority Leader Schumer’s release of his long-anticipated AI Roadmap, with details on what this signifies ahead of the 2024 election!

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Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) : #Exploring #the #2024Presidential #Battleground #States: #Inside #the #Issues "Political analysis indicates that the 2024 presidential race will likely come down to just a few key battleground states: #Arizona, #Georgia, #Michigan, #Nevada, #NorthCarolina, #Pennsylvania, and #Wisconsin."

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Me and Good Governance Consulting are in the middle of Market Research for our AI assistant prototype. I am looking for 10 non-profits or small businesses in Maryland who would like to be a part of it. What they'll get in return is 3 free hours of Government Relations strategic planning and support (lobbying). And one 2-hour advocacy training for audiences of 99 people or fewer. The data gathered from these sessions will be used as part of my white papers. I'm looking for Impact-based organizations. Those who may have never looked at their State or local budget, who are working with young people or vulnerable members of the community to amplify or accelerate their impact, who may be intimidated approaching their elected representatives, who are struggling to connect their outreach and community education efforts with measurable change, or who have hit a challenge or obstacle that needs government assistance. If this interests you, or you know of a small organization or non-profit that could really take advantage of this, please shoot me a message on Linkedin or reach out to Johntel@GoodGovernanceConsulting.com #ai #policy #advocacy #marketresearch

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#SNAP nerd alert⏰ - My latest piece for The Center for Community Solutions, co-authored by Sofia Charlot, is finally out! This deep dive into Ohio's #SNAP Employment & Training (E&T) program reveals the truth about #Mandatory E&T programs - they don't increase employment or earnings for participants, and they waste a lot of money. This paper has something for everyone who cares about how SNAP E&T does (and doesn't) help participants gain skills and secure good jobs, including #data on participation, sanctions, spending, and outcomes. And of course, it includes recommendations for the SNAP E&T redesign that's well underway in #Ohio. I hope you'll give the paper a close read, especially if are: 1️⃣ An #advocate in a state with a Mandatory E&T program. Consider whether your state's program suffers from the same problem as Ohio (and let me know if you need help getting information about your state). Feeding the Gulf Coast, Harvesters—The Community Food Network, Feeding Texas, Florida Policy Institute 2️⃣ An #advocate in a state where FGA/OSP lobbyists have tried to force your state to implement Mandatory E&T through legislation. Data from #Ohio demonstrates how false their claims are. Mountaineer Food Bank, Feeding Kentucky, Arizona Food Bank Network 3️⃣ A #workforce #development professional who works in/around SNAP E&T programs. We need to invest in the high-quality programs you run - and we need every stakeholder in this space to say NO to operating mandatory programs that simply DO NOT WORK. Center for Employment Opportunities, Ohio Workforce Coalition, Seattle Jobs Initiative I look forward to hearing your thoughts! 📑 https://lnkd.in/eb_4NRMZ

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