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I believe some people warrant having their student loans discharged, but others may not. I recall stories about doctors driving in Mercedes Benzs and living the high life who defaulted on their loans; no, these people do not deserve any forgiveness.

Others, however, who may have gotten over their heads to go to college or even trade schools (this happened with my own brother) that promise a gleaming life when one graduates - these folks do deserve help.

BTW, my brother paid off his trade school debt and went to state college. I wish more folks would consider community or state college but there is a lot of competition for the high value (cost) colleges as parents and students think this is how they can get a leg up and get a better job when graduated. Plainly said, some folks are snobs for big name universities (I'm looking at you McKinsey, et al).

As this is Biden's last week in office, I think he should do what he feels is the best for the country in the limited time he has left. So, if that means giving a reprieve to some student loan holders, that's ok. We know Trump will give millions to the billionaires soon enough.

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