Less student debt benefits not only the student loan borrowers, but our Nation as a whole, since it allows them to have additional purchasing power which in turn boosts our economy, creates jobs, and increases the tax base.
Wilson argues that reducing student debt positively impacts the economy and job creation.
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investing in WIOA and skills development is one of the best things we can do to boost our economy.
But the Pell Grant could not keep up with the cost of college. So, through the years the student debt crisis grew. And now the crisis has turned into a catastrophe.
We cannot afford to fall behind in this critical area, and increasing our investment is the only way to stay competitive.
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