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Federal Communications Commission
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This is an unofficial announcement of Commission action. Release of the full text of a Commission order constitutes official action. See MCI v. FCC. 515 F 2d 385 (D.C. Circ 1974).

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
August 27, 2001

NEWS MEDIA CONTACT:
Jason Scism at (202) 418-2529

ABERNATHY RESPONDS TO THE DEPARTURE OF
COMMISSIONER TRISTANI


"During her tenure at the FCC, Commissioner Tristani worked passionately to ensure that all Americans have access to quality communications services", commented FCC Commissioner Kathleen Q. Abernathy upon hearing the news of Tristani's departure. "Though I was only able to serve with her briefly, I deeply respect the quality of her work and the dedication of her and her staff to pursuing the public interest. I will miss her when she returns to New Mexico, and I wish her all the best."

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