> Comcast has spent more than $10 million on lobbying in Washington this year One of the remarkable things about our political system is how little money (rela

> Comcast has spent more than $10 million on lobbying in Washington this year One of the remarkable things about our political system is how little money (relatively) it takes to lock in a multi-billion dollar advantage. In terms of benefits per dollar spent, lobbying is one of the most profitable investments an established company can make. Want to shut out new competition? $100k Prevent municipal broadband? $10m Get affordable access to a low-cost corridor for your facilities/ network? $20m etc etc.