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This is what American decline looks like.

We’ve lost a lot of expertise in government over the past decade. The destruction of Gigi Sohn’s appointment to the FCC is the latest in a trend of asymmetrical polarization and cynicism — the rejection of an extraordinarily qualified public servant due to unchecked ambition and nihilism.

If you’re wondering why communications regulation is lacking over the next few years, including the erosion of the First Amendment, look no further than this travesty in self-governance.

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