Less loan debt, more midterm love for Dems?
President Joe Biden followed through on a campaign pledge to wipe out some student loan debt, a move that affects millions. Will it help the Democrats in the midterms?
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Show Notes
Millions of Americans who attended college could have their debt completely canceled or reduced under a plan announced by President Joe Biden last week. But the move is unsurprisingly stirring debate among the right and left, but for completely different reasons.
Today, we talk about how this announcement might impact the midterms. Read the full transcript here.
Host: Gustavo Arellano
Guests: L.A. Times national reporter Arit John
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