USA: An analysis of the stimulus plans for broadband by McKinsey

[McKinsey] The United States ranks an unflattering 15th in global broadband penetration—behind many of its competitors. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) will sink $7.2 billion into improving the US broadband infrastructure. In parallel, the Federal Communications Commission is defining a national strategy that could set formal US broadband targets. In the near term, however, the stimulus plan’s goal is clear: improving access among unserved and underserved US communities.

The US stimulus program: Improving broadband access [Premium content - registration required]