This Q&A provides a basic understanding of the USF–its purpose, strengths and weaknesses–and makes recommendations as to how it can be modified to bring more competition to the Texas telecommunications marketplace.
The Digital David and Goliath
Last July, 8-year-old Lalani Walton had just returned to Temple, Texas after a road trip with her family. They got home, unpacked their things, and her stepmother promised to take her out for a swim once Lalani cleaned her room. Tired from the trip, her stepmother rested her head and took a quick nap. When...