New Baird resolution recognizes importance of rural broadband

Congressman Baird voted against the bipartisan Infrastructure and Jobs Act, which is bringing $100 million to Indiana to expand broadband internet across the state.

Now he wants to resolve that it's a good idea?

Resolutions are not where the rubber meets the road. They are nice PR moves though.

I guess we need a lesson in aspects of a piece of legislation vs the entire bill. There many pieces of legislation I have agreed with but still be against the bill itself.

Is it possible that is the case here? In advance, that is rhetorical because I am confident I know the content of the responses to that question

Baird really, really likes subsidizing companies and farmers, but that's not socialism? But subsidizing families and the working class is??? He justs wants low taxes and workers getting paid as little as possible because that's how business owners like him get rich! The rest is just a lie to get suckers to vote for him.

I won't get into the politics involved, but something needs to be done. The big communication companies won't do anything about expanding rural broadband since there's not enough money in it for them.

Since open mindedness and practical sense seem to be lacking, maybe these 2 thoughts might help.

1. Maybe we should see broadband internet service to the rural an utility and handle it as electric was done in the past.

2. Though the (non) farm bill discussed in an earlier article is prime example of socialism run amok, not all government spending has to fall under that repressive political theology.

I am willing to put up front that I could be wrong but if internet spending in an all encompassing bill is ok, wouldn't it be ok in a different bill.

Tells me that partisanship is more important than supporting the same exact concept.

Kind of comes under a quote I was given when learning to lobby and to determine who a legit conversation can be had- If a person's sole purpose is to disregard and try and argue their points without consideration for an alternative point, then they are not interested in a conversation, sharing of perspectives, and/ or potentially growing their understanding of an issue. They are only interested in conflict and trying to win an argument based on their political party/ doctrine.

This is a statement that would apply regardless of political affiliation so no reason to go down that road.

Raker, Bunny,

Conceptually speaking, do you support the government assisting in rural broadband internet development?

If yes, why? If no, why?

I look forward to a legit conversation.

I look forward to rural broadband getting done, not just talked about.

"Though the (non) farm bill discussed in an earlier article is prime example of socialism run amok, not all government spending has to fall under that repressive political theology."

So you just pick and choose what is Socialism and what isn't depending on your interests. I'm beginning to wonder if you even know what Socialism is.

I found a partial loaf of bread in my kitchen that expired on 11/17/21. No mold whatsoever. I can share my secret to this miracle, but it will take time and discipline to perfect. Basically, there are two skills to master 1. Keep your thermostat at or below 65 degrees. You will become accustomed to this slightly chilly indoor climate, while Mold will find this temperature range unappealing 2. This step is just as important, if not more than temperature: You must never, I repeat... never, ever put your hand inside the bag. I cannot stress this enough. You will need to perfect the art of manipulating slices away from the loaf through the plastic, and shaking them out onto your plate. Also, take care not to inadvertently exhale while the open bag is facing you.

I hope this information saves many from the anguish of wanting to make a sandwich, removing all the ingredients, only then to realize at the last moment that the bread has been tainted. You are not alone.

So don't touch the bread or inhale the bread fumes? Got it. Same rules for Pita? Sometimes I like to spice up my sandwich life.

I think it will also work on pita mold. You know what the bible says- "All breads are loved equally in the eyes of God; Amen"

@Beg Being obsessed with socialism is such a bogus claim. It's a complicated issue, when you look at the pros and cons of privatizing parts of government versus having government agencies manage programs. For example, If you look at private prisons vs. government run, it's been shown that not only are privately-owned prisons much less safe for inmates and workers, but also the cost is the same, meaning there is no tax savings in privatizing the prison system. So why do it? Just because of some objectivist idea that government and taxes are bad, and being a selfish jerk is a good thing? Also don't forget republicans have been trying to privatize social security, medicare and the post office for a long time (I'm sure many others). They reduce funding so these programs don't work like they're supposed to, then use that as their reason to privatize them! Because no doubt these republicans themselves, their family, friends, and donors will be the ones to own these companies, be board members and shareholders, getting rich from tax money.

A simple question that evidently can't be answered. Continual examples that provide validation.

@beg I don't mind discussion but I already know from previous conversations that you're dishonest. Republicans like Jim Baird love spending tax money and so-called socialism, but only on their own selfish interests. Don't forget, Jim Baird owns a healthcare business and makes all his money from medicare. I'm sure he only cares about this issue because he has bad internet service on the farm. My point is Jim Baird repeatedly makes statements about his ideological fight against socialism, and the very next thing he says, he's happy to subsidize rural broadband infrastructure, which will be a new permanent government program. I think we all know rural internet options aren't great and no one's saying it's a terrible idea, I'm pointing out the irony.

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