Real Progress (Finally) on College Affordability

Some food for thought from Rep. Howard P. (Buck) McKeon of California, the senior Republican on the House of Representatives Committee on Education and Labor.

This piece appeared February 7, 2008 at Inside Higher Education. This is certainly an issue that is relevant to most if not all of your students.

Real Progress (Finally) on College Affordability by Rep. Howard McKeon

“After a decade and then some of commissions, studies and stern warnings, Congress is poised to finally take concrete action to hold down the rising cost of a college education. A notable consensus has emerged among lawmakers of both political parties and major elements of the higher education community that sunshine and transparency are the best first steps to empower consumers and address the college cost crisis. While agreement among these parties is a feat in itself, this achievement is even more extraordinary considering the staunch objections of a few short years ago.”

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