"I have two children with medical issues who cannot work. One of them is the one I took out the loans for in the first place. I am retired and have no idea how this loan is going to be paid." - Borrower from Pennsylvania

"As a care taker to my husband (cancer), it is extremely nerve racking not knowing what my payments will be and IF I can afford my student loans and/or my husbands care." - Borrower from California

For borrowers such as Chris, the SAVE Plan provides relief for individuals with long term medical issues and disabilities. Check out our #SAVEStories story of the day from a borrow in Massachusetts benefitting from lower monthly payments on SAVE. #CancelStudentDebt #StudentLoans

People deserve the chance to build their future instead of constantly paying for the past. #CancelStudentDebt

"I was very excited for the SAVE option because it actually considered people's real life situation. Those of us that signed loan documents and/or promissory notes when we were 17 years old did not quite grasp the whole reality of what we were signing" -Borrower from Pennsylvania

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People shouldn't need decades to recover financially from getting an education.

If education creates a stronger workforce, everyone benefits from making it affordable.

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"The unforeseen and thought of a potential set back in my PSLF track is overwhelmingly stressful. I now have 3 small children, increasing my monthly payments is not an option." - Borrower from California

The professionals our communities need, such as Lara, are facing steeper financial barriers than ever before due to student debt. No one should ever have to choose between affording daily life and paying student loans. #SAVEStories #StudentDebt #StudentLoans

Imagine how many people could save, invest, start businesses, or buy homes without crushing student loan payments.

Systemic issues require policy solutions. Cancel student debt now and fix the broken system.

"With the SAVE program, I was able to work towards my years of service (9 years of public service)...I can't dream of anything else right now because the empathy is lacking for this situation. This is unfortunately the new American dream." - Borrower from Pennsylvania

The Department of Education is using scare tactics on borrowers in an effort to get them to leave the SAVE Plan. Millions of Americans are relying on ED for accurate information. Sign our petition now to stand with borrowers against misinformation. actionnetwork.org/petitions/st...

"The 90-day clock to change repayment programs has not started running for anyone yet, and notices will not be issued until at least July 1, according to the Education Department." Read below for more information about the timeline to switch out of SAVE! www.forbes.com/sites/adammi...

Through #SAVEStories, we’re highlighting the voices behind the numbers: working families, public servants, parents, and graduates who are navigating the realities of student loan repayment every day. Read more about our SAVE story of the day from a borrower in Pennsylvania!

No one should have to choose between paying student loans and buying groceries.

Student debt cancellation is economic relief for millions of hardworking Americans.

"I have paid, sometimes payments of $500+, but the balance never decreases. Now I owe close to $100K more than I even borrowed...The interest rates and recapitalization of interest to prey on young adults is creating a generation drowning in debt." - Borrower from California

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Paul did everything right. After decades of payments and public service, he is still paying on student loans that should be forgiven. On the standard plan starting July 1, his payments could increase by almost $2000. SAVE makes public service affordable. #SAVEStories #StudentDebt

College debt delays marriages, homeownership, retirement savings, and small businesses. This isn't just personal. It affects the whole economy.

Education fuels innovation, healthcare, technology, and economic growth. It's time to stop treating it like a luxury product and make college free.

"My payments have now gone from $140 a month to $1200...Incidentally, In 2004 I left school with a $44k loan balance and after paying $38k, my balance has somehow ballooned to about $98k." - Borrower from Pennsylvania

Education is supposed to improve lives. Crushing debt defeats the entire purpose.

"I enrolled for the SAVE plan when it was announced and had a workable monthly payment of $68...While it is great to not have a payment due and not have any financial penalty, I am missing payments that could count towards PSLF" - Borrower from Minnesota

"I can't dream of anything else right now because the empathy is lacking for this situation. Affordable payments. Options for loan forgiveness. This is unfortunately the new American dream." - Borrower from Pennsylvania

If education is necessary for economic opportunity, affordability should be part of the system — not an afterthought.

"After taxes, I take home less than $50,000 a year. At this salary, any increase to my student loan payment is noticeable and means my budget is tighter. The projected increase will mean I am worried every month about making ends meet." - Borrower from Pennsylvania

When education becomes unaffordable, inequality becomes permanent.

If education is required to succeed, affordability should come before repayment.

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"I just heard that my payments are going to increase by $500! There is no way I can afford this! It’s so frustrating because I only have a few years left on my PSLF plan and now I will have to put my loans into forbearance." - Borrower from Oregon

We cannot talk about affordability without addressing the millions of Americans losing hundreds of dollars each month to student loans.

Education should be an investment societies make together -- not a burden individuals carry alone. Student debt is a systemic issue.

"The salaries that you are paid in these fields are many times not competitive and you do it for the love of humanity. To me, the government was telling us the people that we were a valued part of society. My family will be impacted and I will be personally impacted" - Borrower

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Debt should not be the admission price for opportunity. Making higher education affordable benefits everyone.

Student debt cancellation would change millions of lives overnight. Make education affordable and give Americans the future they deserve.

"I have been a paramedic for 43 years and look to retire in 2027, as I will be 65 y/o. It would have been great to have my loans forgiven as other people have but I know this will not happen but I am in hopes the PSLF will stand and be absolved." - Borrower from Missouri

People aren't asking for a luxury. They're asking for relief. Cancel student debt now.

"On top of student loans, I also pay for childcare and am already stretched. I don't know how I'll ever be able to pursue any of my dreams, like buying a house or having another child, if the IBRepayment plan is increased or if they eliminate PSLF." - Borrower from Oregon

The richest country in the world should not require lifelong debt to become a teacher, nurse, or social worker.

Americans shouldn't endure protracted legal struggles over student loans. Making federal loan payments manageable can shield millions from turning to predatory lenders. www.businessinsider.com/mom-fighting...

The price of college should not be more than the price of a house. The terms of repayment should not be equivalent to a mortgage.

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"It’s bad enough we were sold these loans under false pretenses to begin with. They won’t let you buy a house at 18 but they will lend you 100,000.00 or more for college which may or may not payoff." - Anonymous Borrower

The wealth gap doesn't start after graduation. For many people, it starts the moment tuition bills arrive. Cancel student debt now and even the playing field.

"With rent so high, and pay not matching the ever rising cost of living, my only option for repayment has been the SAVE plan and IDR. Without IDR I will not be able to afford rent (even with my roommate) and I will be homeless." - Borrower from Pennsylvania