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Democrats pledge affordability reforms as they prepare to take control of Congress
Eric Thompson
Eric Thompson
Reporter · Shadyside, PA
With a master's degree in Education Journalism from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Eric Thompson has spent 4 years covering the education system in Pittsburgh. His prior experience includes stints at local education-focused publications where he reported on policy changes and community concerns surrounding schools.
More from Eric →Reporter · Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 9:19 PM · 1 min read
Democrats are promising to address affordability and other issues as they prepare to take control of Congress in January, while Republicans retain control during the lame-duck session.
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