Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 11, 2014
Many young workers find themselves with yet another growing impediment in the form of ballooning student loans.
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Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

Merkley highlights the burden of student loans on young workers' ability to save.

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