We know we are better off when women are treated fairly and equally in every aspect of American life—whether it’s the salary you earn or the health decisions you make.– President Obama addresses Barnard's Class of 2012
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Today nearly every GOP senator voted to make more than 7 million students pay an average of up to $1,000 more for college loans.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) Tue May 08 19:31:32 +0000 2012 Romney's shameless lip service on student loans
Mitt Romney recently jumped on the bandwagon, shamelessly changing his tune to say he favors lower interest rates for student loans. The problem is, his recent statements in support of congressional action are in direct contradiction to his budget plans and previous rhetoric.
Read MorePresident Obama's fighting to prevent student loan interest rates from doubling
If Congress doesn't take action soon, interest on subsidized Stafford student loans will double on July 1. 7.4 million students will be, on average, $1,000 more in debt each year Congress doesn't act.
Read MoreKicking off 2012 with University of Central Florida College Dems
The College Democrats at the University of Central Florida kicked off the 2012 election cycle today with a visit from DNC Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz, herself a Florida College Democrats alum.
Read MoreNews roundup: October 26, 2011
Republicans refuse to support Obama's mortgage plan, Republicans can't decide where they stand on a flat tax, and more in today's news roundup.
Read MoreGallup poll finds more evidence that health reform is working
A new poll shows that the number of young Americans without health insurance is on the decline—thanks to a provision in the Affordable Care Act that allows those under age 26 to remain on their parents' insurance plans.
Read More“Conservatives angry over Pell Grant funding in Boehner debt bill”
Throughout the debt ceiling process, House Republicans have been at the mercy of the Tea Party flank of their caucus. Their latest gripe? The Boehner bill includes a funding increase for Pell Grant scholarships that help low-income students afford to go to college.
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Chaka Fattah
@chakafattahSmall Businesses Shine Again in Sept. Jobs Data | Fox Small Business Center fxn.ws/1fIWK6l via @fbsmallbiz
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Kirsten Gillibrand
@SenGillibrandGreat @IHTFemaleFactor piece on @nytimes: "Being Persistent on Equality for Women": nyti.ms/18sUry5 #offthesidelines
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US Rep E.B.Johnson
@RepEBJ#GOPshutdown leads to many workplace health and safety inspections being put on hold
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Rep. Mike Honda
@RepMikeHondaDay 2 #GOPShutdown. 800,000 fed workers furloughed, paying price for #GOP refusal to extend #healthcare to millions http://t.co/5YDW7NamsP
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NJ Dems
@NJDSCBummed about #GWB lane closures? Blame @GovChristie... "WSJ sources: GWB lanes closed for political retaliation | politickernj.com/back_room/wsj-…"
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MI Democratic Party
@MichiganDems.@ABetterMI editorial: Government shut down by @MIGOP Reps to hurt millions in order to please a few ow.ly/pqjeA
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KY Democratic Party
@KyDemsLast night on @nbcnightlynews, Dr. Nancy Snyderman explained the ‘major impact’ #Obamacare will have on women. youtube.com/watch?v=NK_I1C…
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SD Democratic Party
@SoDakDemsRetweet if you're a farmer who opposes #GOPShutdown ow.ly/pqBDc --> How the Government Shutdown Impacts Farmers
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