The Vice President was introduced by Peter Goldmark, President of The Rockefeller Foundation, who emphasized the historical role of the NII in charting the future of democracy. Vice President Gore stated the Administration's commitment to wiring every classroom, clinic, and library in the United States to the NII within the next five years. However, while we already have the technology, we do not yet have the infrastructure. The National Telecommunication and Information Adminstration in the Department of Commerce recently announced the availability of funding for some of the aspects of the NII and already have received 3,500 inquiries. Reforming telecommunications law is essential.
Universal service means lower prices for everyone.
The future will look like the Internet if we make sure the NII is open and accessible like the personal computer. Networked communities are consistent with our democratic form of government and distinguish it from communism and fascism. We need to increase access to government information to enhance community decisionmaking. We are increasing the availability of government information. SeniorNet is providing services to senior citizens.