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June 26, 2009

Senate Confirms FCC Nominee
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The Senate has confirmed attorney Julius Genachowski to head the Federal
Communications Commission. Genachowski served as President Obama’s top
tech adviser during the presidential campaign. He reportedly authored
Obama’s detailed campaign plan supporting open internet or “net
neutrality” protections, media ownership rules that encourage more
diversity, and expansion of affordable broadband access across the
country.



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