The following are sample quotes from respondents who were asked the question, “What are one or two of the most important reasons why you would support having an antenna in your neighborhood?” (Note: 30 percent of those surveyed were wireless users.)
“To ensure proper coverage.”
“I think they are a good idea to keep the cost down.”
“With every freedom comes a responsibility and I’m willing to pay the piper in order to reap the advantages of wireless.”
“It would lessen dropped calls.”
“It would draw business to the neighborhood.”
“So technology can continue to grow and can be in use for everyone.”
“It would work a lot better.”
“More smaller ones are better than larger ones.”
“If a kid got hurt at the playground someone can call for help.”
“Maybe it will make the service cheaper.”
“I don’t know.”
“It is going to be extremely popular in five years so why not now.”
“As long as it does not interfere with my radio, television, phone or computer I don’t care.”
“I don’t think it will bother anyone … what’s all the fuss?”
“Greater reception and a lower bill-believe that is it.”
“Progress.”