Ms. Sirleaf's Speech Against The State Of Liberia

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For many years Sirleaf watched people in power sell off or trade all the natural resources from Libera. Having an interest in economics Ms.Sirleaf knew her country was in trouble and wanted to help educated the country on the mistakes of trading and selling out to foreign settlers, and corrupt government official. Ms.Sirleaf wanted Liberia to become a self sufficient country to help build up its economy. This vision was just that until Ms.Sirleaf had enough and spoke against the very government she worked for. The love of her country overshadowed her safety and well being in Liberia. When she took the floor she knew this speech would change her life she just didn't know how. After the speech people in power were livid and wanted her outed

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