WTA Expresses Condolences For Passengers and Their Families Involved in Alaska Plane Crash

WASHINGTON, DC – (August 11, 2010) – The Western Telecommunications Alliance (WTA) offers its deepest condolences to the family of former Alaska Senator Ted Stevens and to the families of the other passengers who lost their lives in Monday’s plane crash outside of Dillingham, Alaska. “Senator Stevens was not only a strong advocate for Alaska, but also of rural areas across America. WTA members will be forever grateful for his energy and longstanding commitment to Universal Service,” said Kelly Worthington, WTA’s Executive Vice President. WTA also wishes a speedy recovery for those who survived the accident.