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Podcast: Connected Nation
Episode: What the federal agency dubbed "the Peoples' Department" is doing to connect rural America
Description: Send a textOn this episode of Connected Nation, we talk with Farah Ahmad, who serves as the Chief of Staff in the office of the Under Secretary in USDA Rural Development who says they see their mission as "serving community first." We'll discuss how the agency tackles the diverse needs of rural America, share details on funding opportunities for distance learning, telemedicine, and other projectsâincluding what staff looks for in awardeesâand ask âwhatâs nextâ as the Biden Administration takes action through the infrastructure plan to help those struggling without internet connectivity. ...