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Three students, carrying video recording equipment, interview a young athlete on the campus of a college.
"Sports in the community is so important because there's so many life lessons that can be learned through sports."
The Making of a Mississippi Athlete
A long row of standing American flags outside on a day with a blue sky.
"I canvased for the Obama campaign."
Working for the Obama Campaign in Woodbine, Iowa
A wood and metal bench in a park-like setting on a sunny summer day.
"She's made a huge difference revitalizing our downtown."
Local Community Hero in Woodbine, Iowa
The interior of a small school library, with a close-up of books on the shelf and desks and chairs in the background.
"It takes the 60% majority in order for a school bond issue to pass."
School-related Bond Issues in Woodbine, Iowa
The back of a bright yellow school bus with orange lights, windows, and a door.
"I looked at it as an investment in the school district."
Volunteering to Work on Bond Issues in Woodbine, Iowa
A group of teens with backpacks on walks toward a school building in the autumn.
"You should participate in it every time you have the opportunity."
Voting for Bond Issues in Woodbine, Iowa
A dark silhouette of someone putting a piece of paper in a box.
"I think we have to volunteer some of our work for our communities."
Civic Responsibilities in Woodbine, Iowa
People sit around a table and take notes. An open laptop computer is on the table as is a cup of coffee.
"I personally got to meet her, and shake her hand."
Getting Involved in the Iowa Caucuses in Dunlap
An American flag flies in a neighborhood in front of a green, cottage-style house.
"It was kind of fun to shake hands with someone you thought might be president one day."
Meeting Hilary Clinton in 2016 in Dunlap, Iowa
A man rides over a grassy hill on a motorbike.
"They would jump motorcycles and cars over ramps, and line cars up to jump them."
The Leap of Faith Traveling Show, Nebraska
Three men, two in black uniforms and one in yellow, play a football game.
"I have been a huge football fan my whole life."
Friday Night Football in Nebraska
A Wilson football on a white line on a football field.
"I feel proud to be from Cozad. I'm a proud to represent the Haymakers."
Pride in Haymakers Football, Nebraska

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