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Posted yesterday by Sen. Al Franken
It's long been impossible to imagine a family budget that doesn't include line items like electricity, gas, and groceries. Today, it's impossible to omit digital communications services like cable or satellite TV and high-speed broadband - both in your home and on your phone.
The typical American household spends $2,700 on these items each year - despite the fact that many Americans often complain about the service they receive from their cable, internet, or cell phone provider.
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