*Be the Part of the Undergoing Changes

The Ethiopian political landscape has undergone a tremendous transformation—one that, by all indications and by God’s grace, is a move toward lasting progress. We earnestly hope never to return to the painful years of the past. Yet, while change may sound hopeful and inspiring, it is rarely as effortless as we might wish.

Too often, we fall into the trap of assuming that positive change will take care of itself—that progress is something others will deliver, while we passively watch. This is not only a misconception; it is a dangerous one. As former U.S. President Bill Clinton once put it, "The price of doing the same old thing is far higher than the price of change."

In the past, Ethiopians had little to no opportunity to participate willingly or meaningfully in the work of nation-building. Now, however, we find ourselves in a new epoch—an era that calls upon every citizen, including you and me, to take ownership of the country’s transformation.

This is a moment of shared responsibility. To reap the benefits of this new beginning, we must all engage—actively, urgently, and persistently. As someone wisely said, “He who rejects change is the architect of decay. The only human institution that rejects progress is the cemetery.”

Change, in its truest form, requires a shift in how we think, speak, and act—every single day. It demands that we break from the inertia of old habits and live out a renewed commitment to progress. It is not a campaign slogan or a passing trend. Real change must be practiced consistently, until it becomes part of our very identity—our lifestyle.

The time is now. The call is clear. And the responsibility belongs to us all. Let’s hope things would work out well in the current changes.

 

 

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