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If Biden Can Cancel Some Student Debt, He Can Cancel All Student Debt in the US
Biden’s student debt plan lays a groundwork for future jubilees. It’s time to push for full debt cancellation.
Mitch McConnell’s Condemnation of Debt Relief Is Dripping With Hypocrisy
Biden’s debt relief plan is not nearly enough, but it is a key step. Of course, Republicans are decrying it as “unfair.”
Cancel It All: An Interview With Astra Taylor on the Call for Full Debt Relief
Taylor debunks cynical arguments against debt cancellation, including Mitch McConnell's complaints about Biden's action.
Biden Announces Long-Awaited Plan to Cancel Up to $20K in Student Debt
The president also said he is extending the student loan payment pause “one final time” until December 31.
Progressives Tell Biden to Cancel All Student Debt as He Weighs $10k Plan
“End this silly nonsense of exploiting our children and grandchildren,” wrote Rashida Tlaib. “End student debt now.”
Republicans Say They’ll Go After Labor Movement If They Take Control of House
Likely sensing the power of the labor movement, the GOP has compiled a shortlist of labor officials to go after.
Trump’s Political Blunders Could Be a Gift to Democrats in November
Trump thinks that it's always better to be in the news but never seems to understand when he motivates the opposition.
Return to Iran Deal Not “Imminent,” Biden Officials Reportedly Tell Israel
The Israeli government has publicly opposed any return to the Iran nuclear accord.
Debt Activists Are Planning to Strike If Biden Doesn’t Extend Payment Pause
Fifty debtors over 50 years old are planning to hold a debt strike. Together, their loans are worth over $6 million.
With Climate Bill Signed, Activists Demand Biden Kill “Dirty” Manchin Oil Deal
Activists also call on Biden to use the massive Pentagon budget to fund clean energy projects.