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Comment commecrial volume too (Score 1) 32

They need to float a ban on the increased volume level of cable TV commercials too. With predatory commercials that old people watch with their old people TV shows it's criminal IMO. As attention span's dwindle in later years, commercials become mini TV's shows to the viewer. Perfect for nabbing the elderly.

Comment Another approach (Score 2) 365

If the student loan cannot fall under bankruptcy protection, then the degree must be a fixed priced (averaged per state), according to a calculation including income potential and other relevant details. This would be irrespective of the institution and its prestige. And repayment should be extended with monthly payments reduced as needed (with oversight) for borrowers in danger of default. Otherwise, charge all you want. But make it bankrupt-able. Private schools (art, et al) need to have forced financial reforms. My child applied to CalArt three years ago and got accepted. Would have been $260k for an undergrad back then, but itâ(TM)s through private loans with very little to no financial aid. Many students get a loan for year 1 and canâ(TM)t get a loan for subsequent years. So massive debt with no degree. Disney must be proud. No, my child didnâ(TM)t go.

Comment Family accounts (Score 3, Interesting) 44

I got a Legacy account for my family. My kids are now college age and heavily use the different Google services. I hope they have some option to continue for personal use that's less expensive than business. Microsoft has something like this for Office that lets a family share a slightly more expensive license than the single license. It's a bummer because it was no-cost for so long I guess I let my guard down knowing the free lunch could be over any time. Not saying there isn't value but for larger households this adds up.

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