(WASHINGTON)–The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) applauds the nomination of its Board Member Alan Davidson as Administrator of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). Currently a Senior Advisor at the Mozilla Foundation, Davidson’s extensive and distinguished career in internet policy includes serving as CDT’s Associate Director from 1995-2005.
Alexandra Reeve Givens, CDT’s President & CEO, says:
“I cannot think of anyone more deserving and qualified to lead NTIA at a time when the agency is set to play a major role in dramatically improving broadband access and affordability across the country.
Throughout his career, Alan has fought for an open, affordable, accessible internet that connects communities and empowers individual users. His career in government, the nonprofit sector, and tech is defined by a passion for the public interest.”
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