The most effective leaders inspire optimism without ignoring hard realities—ensuring that positivity and being happy fuels meaningful results rather than becoming an obstacle to real progress.
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Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes,
25 Mar. 2025
Paul agreed and reinforced his commitment to ensuring veterans aren’t taken advantage of in this situation or lose their constitutional rights.
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Washington Examiner Staff,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
25 Mar. 2025
Reed said students in pre-K, kindergarten and first grade can be shy about making errors, especially when reading aloud, but assuring them that mistakes are okay will grow their confidence to keep trying.
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Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Apr. 2025
No Republicans signaled opposition to Huckabee’s nomination, assuring his passage.
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