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2 Red States Are Taxing Student Debt Relief — But Didn’t Tax PPP Forgiveness
Both states exempted PPP loans from taxes, but could slap student debt borrowers with several-hundred-dollar tax bills.
46 Percent of Voters Are More Likely to Vote Thanks to Student Debt Relief Plan
The polling suggests that student debt relief is a politically savvy move, as activists have pointed out for years.
Biden’s Rating Hits Highest Point in Months After Student Debt Plan Announcement
“It’s as if enacting popular public policy that helps everyday people is actually good politics,” said Ilhan Omar.
Sanders Rebukes GOP for Hypocritical “Squawking” About Student Debt Relief
“I don’t hear any of these Republicans squawking when we give massive tax breaks to billionaires,” Sanders said.
AOC Says Reversing Trump Tax Cuts Could Fund Cancelation of All Student Debt
The lawmaker reminded followers that it’s thanks to activists that the White House canceled student debt at all.
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.
Student Debt Activists Say Much More Is Needed — Including Free College
After Biden's announcement, advocates are pushing for larger-scale debt cancellation and free education for all.
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.