U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., hosted a press conference Thursday through Twitter to give students a chance to ask her questions about national political issues.
In an effort to connect with university students, Baldwin openly tweeted answers to their political questions. The issues that concerned students varied from health care and education to research grants and social issues.
One of the most frequent topics discussed was affordable health care for young people. A student tweeted a question asking how young Americans can get help enrolling in the federal and state health care exchanges. Baldwin said it is important for young people to have access to health services.
“We know young people aren't invincible & need access to affordable health care,” Baldwin tweeted.
Other students tweeted about the importance of education, including student loan rates and specifically the Computer Science Education Act, which promotes K-12 computer education. Baldwin addressed both issues by emphasizing the importance of improving the economy through responsible spending. She also said the government should spend money by encouraging studies and research in areas, such as science and engineering, where looming sequester cuts could have a large effect.
“There are some amazing young researchers & innovators inWisconsin but [sequester] cuts are threatening their futures,” Baldwin tweeted.
Baldwin was also asked about updates on social issues such as pro-choice policies. Baldwin responded by saying Congress isopposed to the assault on womens’ reproductive health rights. Another student wondered whether or not Congress could regain the public’s trust. Baldwin replied that she is more concerned on progress instead of playing politics.
