Liberia: Game Changer - Weah Takes Liberia Into Era of Practicality

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When President George M. Weah promised some weeks ago that he will build Liberia's first ever military teaching hospital, many thought it was just that - a promise. Liberians have become accustomed to hearing big visions, too often espoused by leaders playing to the gallery. But President Weah had given us notice that his will be a different presidency, one of little words and more action.

Today's groundbreaking is a clear demonstration. Speaking at the 61st Armed Forces Day celebrations in Monrovia on February 12, the Liberian leader said the welfare of the military remains one of his top priorities. The army, he said, will be a driver of his "Change for Hope" agenda, and no longer a "dumping ground" for the uneducated and wayward.

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