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What does it mean?
Clinton urges a shift from empty rhetoric to tangible actions and solutions.
In plain terms
We need to stop talking and start doing real things.
What can you take from it?
Action speaks louder than words in solving problems.

Where it applies

  • political speeches
  • community organizing
  • reform efforts

Putting it to work

  • implementing policy changes
  • focusing on results

Questions to consider

  • How do you measure good works?
  • When is talking enough?

Another view

Sometimes sound bites are necessary to communicate complex ideas simply.

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