SCUSA Changed My Future

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Attending the SCUSA conference changed my outlook on my future. I know what I want to do in the future, but the path remains unclear. Given my interactions with students, both who attend West Point, and those outside of it resulted in an uptick in confidence that I am on the right track in regards for my future. I chose to do the North America table and spoke on grievances affecting Black Americans and White Working Class. Heavily participating in the numerous roundtable discussions let me know that not only my input was impactful but sometimes necessary. My unique blend of knowledge in both history and economics makes difficult topics in our society easier for me comprehend. Better yet, I can disseminate my knowledge on such topics to people

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