Although he hasn’t raised the issue since the November election, Trump tackled the growing problem of student debt while on the campaign trail. About 44 million Americans hold roughly $1.4 trillion in student loans — more than is owed for credit cards. He told me he’s carrying about $135,000 in student debt from his undergraduate education and law school. Navient’s alleged rough stuff notwithstanding, it’s time for bold steps in alleviating the student debt crisis. That’s why I also like the idea of allowing people to work off student debt through community service.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 27, 2017 11:02 UTC