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Matthew Marcus
Matthew Marcus
Matthew is a Policy Research Intern at the Community Broadband Networks Initiative. He primarily writes pieces for Muninetworks.org, assists with production of the Community Broadband Bits podcast, and compiles research for various projects. Matthew has a BA in Political Science and International Relations from CUNY Hunter College. Before joining ILSR, he worked as a Communications Associate at Medha Learning Foundation in Lucknow, India. He is a freelance writer, avid music collector, and lover of short fiction.
Stories by this author
Fort Collins, Colorado, Ballot Language Lives Through Legal Challenge
The Fort Collins’ ballot measure that could amend the City Charter allowing high-speed Internet to become a municipal utility moves forward after a short legal scuffle. The question will be decided at the November 7th special election.
Failed Legal Petition
Wilson, North Carolina's Fiber Network Headlines Economic Development Plan
Wilson has made their community-owned Greenlight fiber network central to their economic development plan, a move that may forge a new approach for other communities with similar assets.
Revitalization Efforts
Western North Carolina Residents: Take this Online Broadband Survey!
If you live in western North Carolina and struggle with the lack of quality Internet access, the Southwestern Commission — a council of local governments for the region’s seven westernmost counties — in cooperation with the MountainWest Partneship are urging residents to take this survey.
Asotin County Aims to Finance Fiber
Washington’s Asotin County Board of Commissioners and the City of Clarkston are prioritizing a 2018 budget proposal that will fund connecting to an existing fiber optic network.
Building Into the Future
More Colorado Towns Put Opt Out Question on The Ballot
This November, more Colorado towns and counties will be voting on whether to opt out of the 12-year-old SB 152, a state law that restricts broadband development.
Sweeping Out the Old
Local Voices Support Muni Telecom Utility In Fort Collins
With election season fast approaching, Fort Collins is buzzing with the possibility of municipal broadband entering the quaint Colorado town. In addition to talk among neighbors, advocates supporting the measure are expressing themselves with letters to the local media.
Webinar: Municipal Broadband Feasibility Studies, Oct. 18th
When your community needs better connectivity, the best place to start is with a feasibility study, but each community's needs vary and what should you expect from such a study? What kinds of question should you ask? What should a consultant offer your community?
AT&T Accused of Digital Redlining in Detroit
In Detroit, AT&T is facing a formal FCC complaint accusing the telecom giant of deploying discriminatory “digital redlining” tactics.
Eastern Tennessee: Newport Smart Grid, Morristown Incubator
Approximately 30 miles separate Morristown and Newport, but the two are joining forces to better connect local businesses and residents as entrepreneurs take up residence in the region's newest high-tech work space.
An Incubator for Innovation in Morristown