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If you have a plan, we want to hear it. Tell your community leaders, your local officials, your governor, and your team in Washington. Believe me, your ideas count. An individual can make a difference.
George H. W. Bush
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What this quote means

Having a plan and sharing it can lead to positive change within a community.

This quote emphasizes the importance of individuals taking initiative and sharing their ideas with their community leaders and officials. George H. W. Bush encourages people to believe in the power of their contributions, reinforcing the notion that collective efforts, fueled by personal plans and ideas, can create significant change in society.

Themes

PlanCommunityLeadershipIdeasChange

In practice

Example use cases

This quote can be used in a community meeting to encourage residents to share their ideas for local projects.

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