To celebrate the 50^th anniversary of the Higher Education Act (HEA) , we must reclaim its original promise —creating a real opportunity for students to graduate from high-quality institutions of higher education without burdensome debt.

I believe that higher education is a public good, and one that must provide a 21^st Century education for all students, whatever their goals may be. It is critical that any changes to the Higher Education Act protect the interests of students, faculty and staff.