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4th Annual Student Voices Project

Our fourth annual Student Voices Project brought in letters from 290 middle and high school students from 15 schools and educational venues in seven different U.S. states and two foreign countries. We selected 30 honorees whose submissions are featured here. This year we asked students to write a letter to the next president of the United States suggesting what they think he should focus on during his first year.

Student Voices Project

For a religious group known for its silent worship, we’re a pretty outspoken bunch

Student Voices: "We advocate, we organize, we vote, we speak the truth, and when necessary, we protest. We may worship… Greyson Acquaviva, Anna Avanesyan, Charlie Melchior-Fisher, Preston Melchior-Fisher
Student Voices Project

I think it says something about our country that even the smallest of voices were recognized

Student Voices: " I believe that every voice should be heard, but some are silenced by society. As the next… Daniela Uribe
Student Voices Project

Every person deserves a chance and the right to have that chance

Student Voices: "The America I envision is an America where all people are treated equally. It is an America where… Kyle Witter
Student Voices Project

I urge you to look past your empire of business and riches, and ask yourself a question

Student Voices: " All that said, I have a few pieces of final advice for you: Be kind. Build bridges,… Brinlea La Barge
Student Voices Project

When kids go to college and become more educated, the unemployment rate decreases

Student Voices: "Making tuition prices lower opens up the door for many young students aspiring to further their education and… Leiya Stuart
Student Voices Project

I hope you make the right decisions for our country, especially for the children like me

Student Voices: "If I were the president, I would retrain the people who have lost their jobs in the coal… Rimil Ghosh
Student Voices Project

I have found that acceptance is key and welcoming change is how people can be happy

Student Voices: " Teaching one another our different ways is how communities can improve each individual’s life. This may sound… Zora Carroll
Student Voices Project

The world is constantly changing and progressing but without proper leadership, it will be very easy for our country to stumble

Student Voices: "After having countless conversations and doing extensive research, I am still confused about your priorities and whether you… Jeanne Rauff
Student Voices Project

The American people cannot wait a year let alone until 2019 for healthcare

Student Voices: "My mom worked for the federal government as a contractor for nine years. She chose to leave her… Karabelo Bowsky
Student Voices Project

When I first found out that you won the election, to be honest, I felt fear

Student Voices: "Fear that racial relations would get worst, fear that women would be looked at as lesser (more than… Abigail Regis
Student Voices Project

Black people just want to be treated equally

Student Voices: "Why does the mistreatment satisfy people? Does it make these people happy to make us feel like we… Nyah Thomas
Student Voices Project

Our police are not protecting and serving anymore

Student Voices: " I believe we need to bring more attention to these police as a first priority. I do… Carl Wagner
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