Five on Friday: July 27
Happy Friday! MAP’s Five on Friday kicks off the weekend by sharing five things we loved this week. Join in with us by sharing five things you’re loving in the comments below!
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We’ve seen a ton of stories about young leaders in the news recently and that’s worth celebrating! Millennials are quickly coming into power and simultaneously reshaping politics.
This article profiles the youngest mayor of Belfast, Maine: 26-year-old Samantha Paradis. Samantha discusses her enthusiasm for young leadership, her mission to bring every voice to the table, and how she handled one of the biggest proposed investments in the city’s history falling into her lap.
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Eager to stay informed but short on time? This week we’re watching BBC Minute, a one minute summary of the day’s world news.
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MAP’s own Future Caucus Co-Chair Kyrsten Sinema was featured as one of Vox’s breakout stars in the upcoming midterm elections. Her drive and determination solidified Sinema as one of the “9 women to watch” this year.
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When it comes to tackling the opioid crisis, there’s hope in the actions of state governments. With initiatives like treatment programs and increased access to substance abuse counselors, states are innovating on their own. Read how Indiana, Wisconsin, and other states are launching plans to curb opioid addictions.
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The 2018 Future Summit is in just 2 days! Look out for us and nearly 50 young leaders from around the country in Malibu this weekend, and follow the action on social media with #FutureSummit2018.
