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AT&T is throwing its weight behind Uncle Sam's push to give consumers a choice of cable channels, telling the Federal Communications Commission that it wants to offer a la carte programming to its video customers.

"We support giving customers flexibility and options," AT&T said in a statement prepared for USA TODAY.

AT&T plans to start selling video services later this month. But to sell its TV services a la carte, AT&T would need the cooperation of programmers — who have so far refused. (Related item: FCC says let users set cable TV lineups)

ts decision to embrace a la carte follows the FCC's suggestion that the cable industry stop forcing people to buy bundles that include TV channels they don't want.

FCC Chairman Kevin Martin said Tuesday that he thinks cable operators should give consumers the option of choosing individual channels, also known as "a la carte." His stance could push Congress to act. At least, that's what consumer advocates are hoping.

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