2018 TN Senate race: on Technology


Marsha Blackburn: Opposes Net Neutrality; it's government-controlled internet

Q: Net Neutrality: Require internet providers to provide equal access to all?

Marsha Blackburn (R): No. "Tennesseans do not want government-controlled internet."

Phil Bredesen (D): Yes. "Should guarantee equal access for everyone."

Source: 2018 CampusElect.org Issue Guide on Tennessee Senate race Oct 9, 2018

Phil Bredesen: Empower TVA to bring rural broadband internet access

Q: Support federal spending as a means of promoting economic growth?

Marsha Blackburn (R): Likely no. Has supported across-the-board federal spending cuts.

Phil Bredesen (D): Yes. Empower TVA to help bring rural broadband internet access "just as the

Source: 2018 CampusElect.org Issue Guide on Tennessee Senate race Oct 9, 2018

Phil Bredesen: Supports Net Neutrality: equal access for everyone

Q: Net Neutrality: Require internet providers to provide equal access to all?

Marsha Blackburn (R): No. "Tennesseans do not want government-controlled internet."

Phil Bredesen (D): Yes. "Should guarantee equal access for everyone."

Source: 2018 CampusElect.org Issue Guide on Tennessee Senate race Oct 9, 2018

Larry Crim: Our interstates and highways need our tax dollars now

The federal interstates and highways in Tennessee and across the nation need repair and expansion to catch up with decades of increased vehicle volume, prepare for the future transportation needs of Americans, companies, drivers, emergency personnel, military and create jobs. Federal highways, interstates and infrastructure are national issues requiring a federal response.
Source: 2018 Tennessee Senate campaign website LarryCrimUSSenate.com Feb 28, 2018

Larry Crim: Our interstates and highways need our tax dollars now

The federal interstates and highways in Tennessee and across the nation need repair and expansion to catch up with decades of increased vehicle volume, prepare for the future transportation needs of Americans, companies, drivers, emergency personnel, military and create jobs. Federal highways, interstates and infrastructure are national issues requiring a federal response.
Source: 2018 Tennessee Senate campaign website LarryCrimUSSenate.com Feb 28, 2018

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