Quote by Ric Keller

I am here to give the American people some straight talk about higher education. Some have said we might have cut financial aid for college students. The truth is we have expanded access to college for our neediest students through the record growth of the Pell grant program.

I am here to give the American people some straight talk abo

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of providing accurate information about higher education to the American people. The speaker clarifies that financial aid for college students has not been cut, but instead, access to college has been expanded for those in need through the Pell grant program. The purpose of this statement is to address any misunderstandings and assure the public that efforts have been made to support disadvantaged students in pursuing higher education.

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