Kamala Harris revealed a new proposal to wipe student debt, but people aren't so sure it's possible

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• California Sen. Kamala Harris sparked confusion on Twitter Sunday when she announced a program for student loan debt forgiveness. 
• Harris tweeted out a specific point that would forgive debts for "Pell Grant recipients who start a business that operates for three years in disadvantaged communities."
• Many latched on to the post to point out the harsh obstacles that would hinder the chances of young small businesses surviving, and therefore, the policy's efficacy in wiping away debt. 
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Sen. Kamala Harris sparked confusion on Twitter Sunday when she touted a specific policy point for student loan debt forgiveness. 

The California lawmaker wrote on Twitter that the proposed plan would forgive debts for "Pell Grant recipients who start a business that operates for three years in disadvantaged communities."

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