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- Air Force officer-turned-Miss America says you don’t need to ‘sacrifice’ your personality to join the military (foxnews.com)
Madison Marsh, the first active-duty Air Force officer to be crowned Miss America, hopes her victory inspires others. Marsh’s role in both the Air Force and as Miss America has allowed her to show others that they can make an impact regardless of their background.
After winning Miss America, Marsh was approached by a young cadet who told her that Marsh’s victory had inspired her to pursue her dream of attending the Air Force Academy. This interaction made Marsh realize the power of her platform to inspire and motivate others.
Marsh’s journey as Miss America has taught her the importance of following her passions and embracing her individuality. She encourages others to do the same, reminding them that they have the power to make a difference.
Marsh’s mother, who passed away from pancreatic cancer, has also been a source of inspiration for her. She believes that life is too short to waste on things that don’t fulfill us and encourages others to let go of what doesn’t matter and focus on what brings them joy.