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STATEMENT FROM FCC CHAIRMAN JULIUS GENACHOWSKI ON THE NORTH 
CAROLINA NEXT GENERATION NETWORK
Washington, D.C. – The following statement is attributable to FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski:
“Ultra-fast Internet speeds will spur innovators to develop next-generation apps and services that drive 
economic growth and U.S. competitiveness. Last month, I challenged providers and community leaders to 
establish gigabit communities nationwide. The announcement by six North Carolina communities and 
four research universities move us forward, and I congratulate them on their important efforts.”
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