From a historical perspective this is unsurprising, as the federal governemnt had to develop programs and regulations (Universal Service, Rural Electrification)

From a historical perspective this is unsurprising, as the federal governemnt had to develop programs and regulations (Universal Service, Rural Electrification) to push for or subsidize service to the rural parts of the United States. To get competitive broadband service in rural areas, they will need to do this again.