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Student Debt Crisis Isn't Just About Economy - Student Loan Ranger (usnews.com)

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Student Debt Crisis Isn't Just About Economy

January 11, 2012 RSS Feed Print

With the Iowa caucus under our belt, the 2012 election year is in full swing and one issue being raised across the country isstudent debt. So far, it seems that a number of candidates propose to address this issue through their plans to "improve the economy." They don't seem to understand the educational debt crisis very well.

We certainly recognize the dire need for more jobs, but we think the issue of educational debt demands a more direct solution. We're taking this opportunity to raise some issues that warrant candidates' attention and to clarify the magnitude of