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Advocating for policy change is essential from "summary" of The Moment of Lift by Melinda French Gates
Advocating for policy change is not just helpful, it is essential. We cannot lift up the most marginalized members of society without changing the rules that hold them down. Policy change is the key to creating lasting, widespread impact. It is not enough to provide band-aid solutions to deep-rooted problems; we must address the systemic issues that perpetuate inequality. By advocating for policy change, we can address the root causes of poverty, discrimination, and injustice. We can create a more equitable society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Policy change allows us to scale our impact beyond individual interventions and reach entire communities, regions, and even countries. It is a powerful tool for driving social change on a large scale. Advocating for policy change requires us to speak truth to power, to challenge the status quo, and to demand justice for those who have been marginalized and oppressed. It is not an easy task, but it is a necessary one. We must be willing to confront those in p...
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