Jeff Merkley actually said...

"Well, there is nothing like a living wage job as a foundation for a family, so that is terrific."

"The thing that I really like about that is that folks see the energy savings on their bill, and if their loan is on there as well, they realize they were able to upgrade their home, often practically ..."

"I just want to do a little advertisement for Vernonia, because I thought when I saw the school and what it brought to the community--and you mentioned all the common rooms and the focus on the energy."

"Well, that's right at the average for students who are coming out with debt. And for many, it does become a millstone, and it's a part of the challenge of getting life on track."