Jill Biden Advocates for Free Community College at Arizona Graduation
During a commencement speech at Mesa Community College, the First Lady emphasized the transformative power of education and reiterated her support for tuition-free community college.
- Jill Biden shared her personal educational journey, highlighting her triumph over discouragement from her high school guidance counselor.
- She praised the resilience and achievements of the graduating class, encouraging them to ignore naysayers and pursue their dreams.
- Biden highlighted the role of community colleges in providing flexible, accessible education and career training.
- She referenced the Mesa College Promise Program as a successful model for making education more accessible.
- The First Lady’s speech underscored the administration's commitment to reducing student debt and expanding educational opportunities.