Matter of Life and Debt

Nikki Nolan
Matter of Life and Debt

Join us as we delve into the world of student debt. Leave us a voicemail with your story at (510) 479-0323. Tune in on your favorite podcast platform.

  1. Higher Ed For All Coalition

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    Higher Ed For All Coalition

    We kick off this episode by discussing the Debt Collectives, “B**** Better Have Our Money” tool, which leverages the legal authority of the 1965 Higher Education Act to demand the Department of Education to cancel student debt and create a more equitable system for all. In our Spotlight section Talia talks with Stephanie Marcotte, Joanna Goncalves, and Ian Rodewald, three incredible individuals united by a common cause – promoting accessibility and affordability in higher education. Join us for an engaging conversation that takes you deep into their journey and the inspiring work of the Higher Ed For All Coalition in Massachusetts. Discover how this coalition is advocating for debt-free public higher education, aiming to make a transformative impact on students, faculty, and the community as a whole. You’ll gain insights into the passion and dedication fueling this movement. Learn how their initiatives are not only shaping the future of education in Massachusetts but also paving the way for a more equitable and inclusive system across the country. References How the Government Cancelled Betty Ann’s Debts The Aging Student Debtors of America B**** Better Have Our Money The Fair Share Amendment Is Working (Budget) Community College in MA now free for 25 and older MA residents Elizabeth Warren and Ayanna Pressley’s letter along with close to 90 other Congressional Dems to Biden calling for swift and broader action on student debt relief The Western Mass Area Labor Federation’s rally last weekend calling for full student debt relief

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  2. Flawed Legal Arguments

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    Flawed Legal Arguments

    In this episode, host Nikki Nolan welcomes back Thomas Gokey, co-founder of the Debt Collective, to discuss the challenges and effects of reinstating the student loan payment system. Thomas believes it is impractical to resume payments and urges for an extension instead. He criticizes the Department of Education’s inability to implement the restart due to broken systems and incorrect payment information. The Republicans are attempting to kill the payment pause and cancellation through the Congressional Review Act, which could also increase account balances and revoke public service loan forgiveness. Thomas emphasizes the need for continued advocacy and urges listeners to contact their representatives and the White House to express concerns. The Department of Education’s proposed restart date of June 30th is seen as confusing and raises questions about political-strategic motives. Thomas also discusses a 14-page report that challenges the legal standing of the lawsuit against student debt relief, highlighting flawed claims made by MOHELA, a student loan servicer. The report questions the lack of verification and basic levels of discovery in the lawsuit’s progression. References: The Willow Project Promises a Worse Future for Alaska—And for Earth House votes to repeal Biden’s student debt relief plan The Suit Against Student Debt Relief Doesn’t Add Up: Flawed Claims of Legal Standing in Biden v. Nebraska Join the Debt Collective Debt Collective Events

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