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    Action to Change or Change Because of Action?

    Every month on change.org, 25,000 new petitions are started by passionate individuals determined to make a difference. But what small act led to the platform that has sparked a million changes around the world? Listen to founder Ben Rattray's compelling story of love, forgiveness and action to find out.

    Ben Rattray
    Founder & CEO, Change.org

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