Cell phone reception in rural areas in the US

This editorial makes the case of why building infrastructure in terms of cell phone connectivity is essential in rural areas, such as the Olympia Peninsula in Washington state. Written by James Peters, chairman of the Squaxin Island Tribe in Mason County.

We cannot afford to leave rural Washington behind

People living in rural areas deserve equal access to modern wireless technologies as those living in more densely populated towns and cities. High-quality wireless service creates new economic opportunities and increases productivity and connectivity for local businesses. In addition, ensuring the expansion of wireless networks in rural Washington narrows the technology gap between rural and urban areas.