The nation’s cable TV operators announced recently that after an 8 percent hike in 1996, rates will go up another 10 percent in January 1997. What do you think?
“It’s disappointing, but understandable. I mean,
Jacob Warner • Lab Technician
“I hope they raise the rates. It makes me feel good to help a struggling media conglomerate get a little bit ahead.”
Albert Cahill • Civil Engineer
“Cable rates, cigarette prices and liquor taxes are all going up this month. At this rate, the twins’ baby food budget is gonna be cut in half.”
Lauryn Hill • Pipefitter
“With my satellite dish, I can get over 500 stations from around the world. Wanna watch
Josias Manzanillo • Pediatrician
“Did you see
Tim Bergstrom • Systems Analyst
“If these rates keep going up, I might soon have to cut back on some channels, like STN—the Shiny Things Network.”
Daphne London • School Psychologist
