As we count down to the new year, we get to reflect and prepare for what’s ahead. For all the bad news that seemed to dominate our collective consciousness, there are countless stories from this year that remind us what's best about America.
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Chris Long gave his paychecks from the first six games of the NFL season to fund scholarships in Charlottesville, VA. He wanted to do more, so he decided to give away an entire season’s salary. That’s a story from 2017.http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/philadelphia-eagles-chris-long-donated-paychecks-charity-20171019.html …
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Ten-year-old Jahkil Jackson is on a mission to help homeless people in Chicago. He created kits full of socks, toiletries, and food for those in need. Just this week, Jahkil reached his goal to give away 5,000 “blessing bags.” That’s a story from 2017.http://www.chicagotribune.com/lifestyles/stevens/ct-life-stevens-wednesday-10-year-old-helps-homeless-0927-story.html …
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All across America people chose to get involved, get engaged and stand up. Each of us can make a difference, and all of us ought to try. So go keep changing the world in 2018.
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Thank you for tweeting about the humanity of Americans instead of fights with the post office.
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And just a girl from my hometown.. fighting
#NODAPL.. hit in the eye on that fateful night.. turned away from hospitals.. Our Water Protectors
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I looked out the window and the sun had come out. So everything was good with the world. Then I enjoyed one of my Christmas presents. It made me feel good. See photo:pic.twitter.com/iTqswMWk8A
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De president of state that i would luv for de rest of my life, am planning to name my son after you
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Very Inspiring story! Thanks for sharing.
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