When we make college more affordable, we make the American dream more achievable.
Interpretation
Making college affordable helps more people realize their aspirations.
This quote emphasizes the importance of accessible higher education as a fundamental element in achieving the American dream. When college becomes affordable, it opens up opportunities for education and success to a larger segment of the population, allowing individuals to pursue their goals and ambitions without the burden of excessive debt.
In practice
This quote can be used in a speech advocating for student loan reform.
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