When H.R. 890 passed I thought it clearly pointed out how easily swayed politicians can be by the media and by their need to look like they are doing “something” even if that “something” isn’t in the best interest of their constituents. Only 3 Representatives were brave enough to buck the propaganda and stay true to their oath to represent their local citizens. They deserve a round of applause!

Representative Jeff Flake – Arizona 6th District
Flake has never been shy about his stance on education being a local matter. He makes a valid point. While the federal government should be involved, the local/state government has the best vantage point to know what the needs of the local population are. What is best for New York City may have no bearing on the reality of life in Billings, Montana. As I’ve said, good legislation puts the power in the hands of the local government where decisions can be made much faster than through Congress.

Representative Ron Paul – Texas 14th District
Dr. Paul has always been a fierce proponent for a return to sound economics in federal programs and a defender of the Constitution. Paul sticks to his principles and isn’t afraid to vote against legislation he sees as endangering those principles. His common sense approach to legislation is a welcome change to the usual posturing in Washington.

Representative Lynn Westmorland – Georgia 3rd District
Mr. Westmorland is a champion of free enterprise. He understands how the business of student loans really works, not just how his fellow members of the House would have us believe it works.

These 3 gentlemen had the strength of character to stand up for what is in the best interests of the people they represent. Do your Senators have that strength?

We are opposed to the proposed student loan legislation and middle-class families should be too! The government is taking money out of YOUR POCKET.

It only takes one minute to make a difference: call your senators, send your senators an e-mail, download a letter to fax to your senators, become part of our petition and help your friends find out the truth about the proposed student loan legislation.