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Liberty Ladd: Going above and beyond

Systematic Change Starts with Personal Actions

As a political science and mechanical engineering student who is also an Air Force ROTC member, I understand the importance of systematic change when it comes to making our world a better and safer place. I believe that to bring about real and lasting change, we need to start at the grassroots level by taking personal actions.

It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the sheer magnitude of the problems facing us. There are social and economic issues, global warming, criminal justice reform, and of course, political turmoil. It can be hard to stay motivated and feel like our individual actions can make a difference in the grand scheme of things.

But I believe that the only way to truly effect systematic change is to start with ourselves. We need to take action on the small scale in our everyday lives, and the resulting ripple effect can be tremendous. We can take steps to become more informed and engaged citizens. We can participate in local politics. We can donate our time or money to causes we believe in. We can advocate for causes we believe in. We can make sure our voice is heard in all aspects of society.

As a military officer, I understand the importance of discipline and taking personal responsibility. We need to set an example and lead by example. We need to be the change that we want to see in the world. We need to be vocal about our beliefs and take concrete actions to make them a reality.

I believe that the most effective way for us to achieve systematic change is to start with ourselves. We can make a difference in our own lives and in the lives of those around us. We can use our voices and our talents to create a better world. We can be a source of hope and inspiration for those who are struggling.

We should never underestimate the power of our individual actions. Every small thing we do can have a huge positive impact in this world. We can make a difference if we take personal responsibility and use our creativity and problem-solving skills to make the world a better place.

We can no longer afford to sit back and wait for someone else to solve the world’s problems. We need to take action and be the catalysts for positive, meaningful change. We are the future, and we have the potential to make a real difference.

So let us take personal actions to create systematic change. Let us be the best versions of ourselves and strive to make a lasting impact. Together, we can create a better, brighter future for all.

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