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On the recordFebruary 6, 2017
Any action we take this Congress on higher education should increase the number of students who attend college, lower the cost for those who do, and help students complete a meaningful degree on time that will have value in the job market.
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Frederica Wilson
Democratic · Florida

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Wilson emphasizes the importance of improving access and affordability in higher education.

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