So listen, I think at least this administration understands that truckers are the backbone of America. Three quarters of our nation's freight is moved by trucks. 12 million Americans are employed in the trucking industry. It's a great job, great pathway to build financial security and financial success to raise a family. You can do that in the trucking industry as well as not coming out of school and having 50, 100 or $200,000 in debt. (01:35–01:39)
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