Douglas Koala

Reality checks and appropriate comedy (He/Him)

[Karen Kasler @karenkasler]

This comes after a call earlier in the day for a gas tax holiday in Ohio from Democratic candidate for governor Amy Acton

[Dr. Amy Acton @amyactonoh]

While Ohioans can't afford healthcare, Elon Musk just handed over 5 million dollars to my opponent. I'm sick of billionaires who want to exploit my state.

[Project on Predatory Student Lending @EdDebtJustice]

Sweet v. McMahon has impacted more than 500,000 borrowers across all 50 states, canceling at least $23 billion in fraudulent student debt from predatory schools and making it the largest settlement against the U.S. government.

If you're a Sweet class member, your story matters. Whether it meant buying a home, moving on with your life, or just breathing easier… share how the settlement has impacted you.

🔗Complete the short survey: https://t.co/OYIxbFWK1d

[Project on Predatory Student Lending @EdDebtJustice]

A federal court has denied the Department of Education's request to delay debt relief for borrowers covered under the Sweet v. McMahon settlement.

What does this mean? The settlement provides $23 billion in relief for over 500,000 borrowers who were defrauded by their schools.

@BusinessInsider reports on the latest Sweet v. McMahon victory.

Read more: https://t.co/cD7pYQxBmy

[Project on Predatory Student Lending @EdDebtJustice]

BREAKING: Sweet v. McMahon is now the largest-ever settlement against the U.S. government, and the largest class action settlement in American history.

A federal appeals court has rejected the Dept. of Education's bid to delay a deadline — triggering automatic relief for 170,000+ more borrowers defrauded by predatory schools.

The total settlement now stands at $23+ billion, putting Sweet among the largest legal settlements ever, trailing only:
🚬 1998 tobacco settlements ($246B)
💊 2021 opioid settlements (~$58B)
🏦 2012 National Mortgage Settlement ($25B)

Zooming out: This latest development also brings us to an incredible milestone: Over the past decade, PPSL has secured $50 billion in relief from predatory student debt.

A massive win for defrauded students. 🎓⚖️

Read more: https://t.co/RXYonN6BF1

[Project on Predatory Student Lending @EdDebtJustice]

The Department of Education promised more than 1.5 million borrowers student debt relief through group discharges announced years ago. Many are still waiting, and we’re demanding answers.

@Newsweek reports on PPSL’s recent lawsuit against the U.S Department of Education.

Read the full story here:
https://t.co/xOtqxqOKgm

[Project on Predatory Student Lending @EdDebtJustice]

New Case: PPSL v. U.S. Department of Education

Today we filed a new lawsuit against the Department of Education. They have failed to respond to fifteen Freedom of Information (FOIA) requests over the last 3 years regarding the implementation of group discharges. More than 1.5 million borrowers were promised relief, totaling $23 billion in federal student loan discharges. The Department must let the public know whether it has fulfilled its promises to borrowers.

For more info, check this out:
https://t.co/BKWFIKgxrq

[Juanita Brent @Juanita_Brent]

Don’t be fooled by republicans who wants a constitutional amendment to ONLY prioritize VOTER ID and voting on ELECTION DAY only. We must protect
✅ Vote By Mail
✅ Early Voting
✅ Ballot Drop Box
✅ FREE State ID

[Project on Predatory Student Lending @EdDebtJustice]

SWEET UPDATE: @usedgov has sent relief notice emails to Exhibit C Post-Class Applicants, as required by the settlement. 👏

If you didn’t receive one, be sure to check all inboxes and spam/junk folders for messages from [email protected]. If it’s still missing, please let us know here so PPSL can investigate: https://t.co/yYC7XpnqPx

Every court decision has been clear, the settlement remains in effect — and it requires full relief for Exhibit C Post-Class applicants by March 30, 2027.

Post-Class Applicants who did not attend an Exhibit C school, your deadline is still Wednesday, April 15 for ED to issue decisions. Learn more on our site: https://t.co/Zm3lND7zTK

[Project on Predatory Student Lending @EdDebtJustice]

BREAKING NEWS: The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has denied the Department of Education’s latest attempt to delay settlement relief in the Sweet case.

Again, the law has proven to be on our side.👏

This means our timeline stands:

✅ By Monday, March 30, @usedgov must send notices of eligibility for full settlement relief to Exhibit C post-class applicants who did not receive a decision by the 1/28/26 deadline.

✅ Relief must be delivered within one year of that notice.

We will continue to monitor and ensure that these obligations are met. Learn more on our site: https://t.co/Zm3lND7zTK

[Project on Predatory Student Lending @EdDebtJustice]

📍Need help understanding the status of your borrower defense application? Swipe to learn what your decision means, how to apply for reconsideration, when to expect relief, and what’s going on with the FSA website.

As always, find more information and help on our website: https://t.co/Zm3lND7zTK

[Allison Russo @Russo4Ohio]

🚨🚨🚨Republicans are trying to silence thousands of Ohio voters who use mail-in voting by eliminating all grace period days (4) for ballots to be returned via mail after Election Day. They are likely ramming this and other anti-voter measures into SB293 on Tuesday with little public input or notice.

[Brian Allen @allenanalysis]

BREAKING: Ohio Democrats just pulled off a political upset, successfully negotiating a new map that gives them a real shot at a Democratic majority for the first time in years.

This is a massive win for voting rights and fair representation in one of America’s most gerrymandered states.

[Jessica E. Miranda @JessicaEMiranda]

Let’s be clear: The GOP has controlled Ohio for 30 years.

They rigged the tax code to favor the wealthy, gutted funding for schools and local services, including Police and Fire and now feign surprise when property taxes rise.

Then they override a veto and call it a “fix”? Please.

📰 https://t.co/poPONRjzR2

@WCPO @DeJahGrossTV
#HoldThemAccountable #FundOurSchools #FundtheLGF #ThatsMyAuditor

[Chuck Schumer @SenSchumer]

This isn’t Republicans stopping waste, fraud, and abuse.

This is just cruelty. The cruelty is the point.

[Nina Turner @ninaturner]

Cancel student debt. Make college tuition-free.

[Student Debt Crisis Center (SDCC) @DebtCrisisOrg]

The new RAP Plan(Repayment Assistance Plan) is going to extend student loan repayment timelines and cause monthly payments to skyrocket.

https://t.co/cohB6ie6uV

[Rachel Coyle @RachelCoyleOhio]

Wow it's like I'm psychic

[Aisha @AishaaaMarie]

Misinformation is easiest when the population can’t read or think independently

[Rachel Coyle @RachelCoyleOhio]

Rich people were already sending their kids to private, religious schools.

Now they're just doing it for free, using your tax dollars

Vouchers are a scam. @VouchersHurtUs

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