Dr. Martin Luther King's Speech

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Dr. Martin Luther King’s words and actions have made a big difference in this world. His powerful speeches and efforts showed that it only takes one person to make a big change. A change I want to make in myself is to become a more active member in society.

To start, this change in myself will change my school by being a voice for my classmates to make our school a better place. Specifically, I want to join more clubs, and become more productive in the school by being a part of student council. This way I can use my voice in what my classmates and I want to change and share it to make this school a better place for everyone. At any rate, working hard to become a leader in my school will help to make a positive difference for the students

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