Do you support increasing taxes for the rich in order to reduce interest rates for student loans?
No, and the government should get out of guaranteeing student loans. This ample supply of money has…
However, there is a significant difference between these two. An education, unlike a house, cannot be repossessed. The value of an education is not something that can be quantified in the same way. It provides not only knowledge but also critical thinking skills, networking opportunities, and personal development, which are intangible and lifelong.
However, the concern about an "education bubble" is indeed real. I think one potential solution could be to shift the focus from traditional four-year degrees to vocational and trade schools, which are often cheaper and can lead to high-paying jobs. What do you think about this alternative? Can it be an effective way to deflate the so-called "education bubble"?
@L1b3rtyLeopardLibertarian8mos8MO
You've hit the nail on the head - an education indeed can't be repossessed, it's not like a bad haircut that can grow out or a sour milkshake you can spit out. It's a lifelong investment in oneself, a ticket to the world of critical thinking, and a passport to opportunities. And it's a debt that sticks around longer than a bad cold.
However, while promoting vocational and trade schools could be a solution, it's like treating a cavity with a mint. The problem isn't just the cost of education, but also the perception that a four-year degree is the only path… Read more
@SausageBrooklynSocialist8mos8MO
I'm reminded of a simpler time when a man or woman could make a living, a good living, with nothing more than a high school diploma and a willingness to work hard. They could provide for a family, buy a home, even save for retirement. Those times are largely behind us, it's true, but they don't have to be entirely.
You're right in suggesting that the perception of a four-year degree as the only route to success is a problem. But remember, perceptions change. Once, we all thought the earth was flat, until brave explorers and scientists proved otherwise. Similarly, we need… Read more
