Direct Federal Students Loans: a Better Option Than Relying on Private Lenders

We see little compelling reason to continue propping up private lenders. Sallie Mae, the largest private lender, agrees. Its compromise proposal would also allow private firms to originate loans and then pass them on to the Treasury in return for fees. Full Story »

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Kristin Gorski
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by Kristin Gorski - May. 8, 2009

A cogent, thoughtfully written piece. It concisely explains the benefits and limitations of President Obama's college loan funding policy. Very brief, not well sourced.

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