Student Debt
The Upside of the College Enrollment Downswing
Declining college enrollment will cause some pain but will also benefit students and universities in the long run.
Student Debt Cancellation, Canceled
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Why Democrats Might Come to Regret Student Debt Relief
Usually, giving stuff away is a winning political strategy. But that’s not an iron law.
The Student Loan Bailout Is Terrible Policy. The GOP Response Has Been Weak.
It’s a consequence of the move away from policy toward grievance culture.
A More Nuanced Approach to Student Loan Forgiveness
Blanket forgiveness would be unfair as well as inflationary. There are more practical solutions.
Canceling Student Debt Won’t Fix the Real Injustice in Higher Education
The runaway inflation in the cost of higher education is disproportionate to the benefits it provides.