On October 2nd, the Senate confirmed Ajit Pai to serve a second five year term at the FCC, retroactive to June 2016. Pai has broad telecom industry support focusing on the FCC policy goals of bridging the digital divide, promoting innovation, protecting consumers and public safety, and making the FCC more open and transparent. Following is a quote from Gordon Smith of the NAB on Pai’s appointment: “NAB congratulates FCC Chairman Pai on being confirmed to another five-year ter