AT&T applauded Public Knowledge...
AT&T applauded Public Knowledge for laying out a “common sense framework” to help frame the discussion of how to navigate the Internet Protocol transition. In a blog post Wednesday (http://bit.ly/12OrPug), Senior Executive Vice President Jim Cicconi complimented PK’s white paper…
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(CD July 25 p21), saying there were several points that AT&T could have written. “First, this transition has to occur,” Cicconi said. “Second, the fundamental principles of universal connectivity, consumer protection, reliability and public safety -- all hallmarks of our Nation’s centuries old commitment to communications -- should not be lost in this transition.” No one should be left behind as the nation transitions, and AT&T looks forward to a “healthy debate with Public Knowledge” on how to achieve their shared goals, Cicconi said. “We should begin this examination now, while we still have a safety net in place.” AT&T’s comments drew praise from the Consumer Policy Solutions consulting firm. “I find it both interesting and encouraging to see that Public Knowledge and AT&T have come to a place of agreement on what needs to be addressed in the transition to IP-based technologies,” said President Debra Berlyn. “It’s highly important for advocacy groups, industry and government to work together to ensure that this evolution of technology moves forward smoothly while paying close attention to the safety and protection of consumers and ensuring that no one is left behind in this transition.”