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John Thune: “We implemented accountability measures to rein in high…”

Featuring: John Thune, Republican | Senate Majority Leader, South Dakota

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Thune: Republicans Invest in the Next Generation

Published | Video Starts at 03:28

The answer isn't throwing more federal dollars at the problem. It's putting downward pressure on tuition and holding schools accountable for the value of the education they provide. And that's what Republicans did last year. We implemented accountability measures to rein in high costs. We also streamlined student loan repayment program, simplifying the process and providing much needed clarity to folks repaying their loans. (03:28–03:33)

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Asserts that accountability measures were implemented to control high education costs.

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