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Nancy Pelosi's Public Statements on Issue: Higher Education

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On The Ballot: Running, Democratic for U.S. House (CA) - District 11

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06/23/2022 Tweet - "Today, our nation marks the 50th anniversary of the Federal Pell Grant -- a life-changing force for equity and opportunity."
05/30/2022 Tweet - "As Speaker of the House, it was my honor to bring congratulations of the United States Congress to Brown University Class of 2022 and, with great humility and great pride, accept a Honorary Doctorate of Laws degree."
04/06/2022 Tweet - "@POTUS ' decision to extend the pause on student loan payments is a key step forward in Democrats' fight to help Americans struggling with rising costs. This action will ensure that families have more money in their pockets as we remain laser-focused on #BuildingABetterAmerica."
12/23/2021 Tweet - "Thanks to @POTUS , millions of student borrowers will have relief as we continue to battle the pandemic. I commend his action to extend the pause on student loan repayment until May and we will continue working together to make a college education affordable to all."
08/06/2021 Tweet - "Thanks to @POTUS , the pause on federal student loan payments is now extended through January 2022! I'm pleased he took this necessary action, which will deliver vital relief to students & working families across the country as Democrats continue our work to #BuildBackBetter"
06/25/2021 Tweet - "One of the best ways that we can empower all students to succeed is by providing quality educational opportunities that level the playing field. The American Jobs Plan includes $20 billion to #BuildBackBetter by upgrading research and lab infrastructure at HBCUs and MSIs."
06/24/2021 Tweet - "For too long, low-income students & students of color have been left behind by our nation's education system. The American Jobs Plan includes $12 billion for community college infrastructure, so we can empower our students and #BuildBackBetter."
06/19/2021 Tweet - "The American Families Plan contains funding to help 5+ million students attend community college while paying NO tuition and NO fees. #BuildBackBetter"
06/18/2021 Tweet - "The American Jobs Plan contains federal R&D investments at HBCUs and minority-serving institutions to establish research incubators and centers of excellence on campuses across the country. #BuildBackBetter"
06/17/2021 Tweet - "Our students are our future, and we must invest in their success. That's why the American Families Plan expands access to Pell Grants, which already help 30% of students get an education. Opportunity should not be limited to those who can afford it. #BuildBackBetter"
05/25/2021 Tweet - "The American Families Plan makes transformational investments in education, adding two years of free early childhood education and two years of free community college. Because every child deserves an equal chance to succeed. #BuildBackBetter"
05/08/2021 Tweet - "In the 21st Century, we need to do more to prepare our kids for their future. That's why the American Families Plan includes funding for four additional years of public education -- two years of preschool and two years of community college."
05/07/2021 Tweet - "In the 21st Century, we need to do more to prepare our kids for their future. That's why the American Families Plan includes funding for four additional years of public education -- two years of preschool and two years of community college."
05/02/2021 Tweet - "The American Families Plan invests in our children and our families by providing resources to get parents earning & children learning, including: (special character) free community college (special character) paid family leave (special character) universal pre-k (special character) child care (special character) affordable housing"
05/19/2020 Tweet - "Proud to send @RepSusieLee 's bipartisan resolution to the President's desk and protect tens of thousands of defrauded students, many of whom are hurting now more than ever, by blocking Devos's harmful student borrower defense rule. @realDonaldTrump must sign it without delay."
03/30/2020 Tweet - "Ten years ago, Democrats made the single largest investment in student aid in U.S. history with the Student Aid & Fiscal Responsibility Act. Last week, we secured student borrower relief in the CARES Act & will prioritize student debt throughout this crisis. #FamiliesFirst"
10/15/2019 Tweet - "Today, @HouseDemocrats are unveiling the #CollegeAffordabilityAct to protect students & families across the country and put money back in their pockets. Thank you to @RepBobbyScott, whose relentless leadership has made this historic day possible."
10/15/2019 Tweet - "Every time we meet with students & families, we hear the same thing: college is far from being affordable. Now we are putting an end to years of Republican inaction by introducing the #CollegeAffordabilityAct."
07/01/2019 Tweet - "Eleven years after it first became law, the Post-9/11 GI Bill is still stands as a testament to our ongoing effort to serve our men & women in uniform. We are grateful for your service to our country & for all you will do empower our communities in the years to come."
03/30/2019 Tweet - "As we mark 9 years since President @BarackObama signed the Student Aid & Fiscal Responsibility Act into law, Democrats are continuing to fight education inequality by working to expand Pell Grants and making student loans cheaper & easier to repay."
07/30/2018 Tweet - "Cronyism at its finest: @HouseGOP & @BetsyDeVosED guarding the hen house for their rich friends instead of holding accountable schools that failed taxpayers, students, & vets in California and across the country"
07/24/2018 Tweet - "The opportunities for debt-free college that would be created by the #AimHigher Act aren't simply good for our students -- they're good for our economy. Nothing brings more money to the Treasury like investing in Americans' education."
03/30/2018 Tweet - "Nothing returns more to the Treasury than investments in education. Yet 8 yrs after Dems passed the largest education investment in US history, the GOP is committed to undermining Americans' ability to seek higher education for themselves & their children."
01/30/2018 Tweet - "Build new vocational schools? With what? Your FY18 budget *cuts* these programs and career technician education, @realdonaldtrump. #SOTU"
12/15/2017 Tweet - "Trump Admin's continued attack on @usedgov's core mission to ensure civil rights for all students and unraveling IDEA is disappointing and destructive. #StandwithStudents"

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