Episode 34 - Student Loan Policies: Equity and Economic Implications
In this episode, Dr. Jason Altmire talks with
Marc Goldwein, the Senior Vice President and Senior Policy Director at the
Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, about the impact of student debt cancellation, the repayment pause, and the proposed income-driven repayment plan on students and the economy.
Dr. Altmire and Marc delve into the equity of the Biden administration's student loan policies, the beneficiaries of the repayment pause and debt cancellation, and the potential drawbacks of the proposed income-driven repayment plan. Marc also shares his insights on the repercussions of deficits and long-term national debt.