Student debt crisis: What’s up with forgiveness and who would foot the bill?


As Connecticut State Colleges and Universities announce $17 million in student debt forgiveness using federal grant money, millions of people nationwide are still burdened by their loans.

Several Democrats propose wiping out all outstanding federal student loans, with taxpayers footing the bill. However, many are opposed to the idea, saying it’s unreasonable and, ultimately, unfair.

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