Jackson Free Press

Dream Big. Change Jackson.

Kristin Brenemen, JFP Staff, Dec. 23, 2009

Thinking big. It is much more than a way to envision getting richer or renovating a downtown building into expensive condos. Living and taking action in a world of large ideas is the way we can transform our community into a place all residents are proud to call home and one that lures visitors and newcomers from elsewhere.

We are on the road to change in Jackson. But there is never any time better than now to pause and consider what else we can do, or do better.

Our city’s change must involve all communities, not push problems into other neighborhoods. This GOOD issue is dedicated to the belief that we can all change our world of Jackson for the better—by being smart and proactive and, yes, by thinking big.

Oh, and never say: “That could never happen here.” It could. The question is: How will you make it happen? What is your very next action? As Gandhi said, “Be the change you want to see in the world.”

Not every wheel must be re-invented, and rushing to action isn’t always the best way to effect lasting and intelligent change. As the Jackson community moves forward, we should take time to read and study successes (and failures) in other cities, and steal and adapt the best ideas for our own community. Here are a few ideas worth considering and possibly adapting for Jackson. Go to http://www.jacksonfreepress.com and add your own GOOD ideas.

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