Michael Copps
American politician and academic
Born
April 23rd, 1940
85 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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An academic and politician, the individual served as a commissioner of the Federal Communications Commission from 2001 to 2011. During tenure, focus included media policy reform and advocating for more inclusive communication practices. The individual previously worked as a political advisor and served in various capacities within the government, promoting public interest in media and telecommunications.
Served as an FCC commissioner from 2001 to 2011
Advocated for media policy reform
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