It was a bright, breezy morning in a small New Hampshire town. At a local community event, families gathered to meet their elected leaders, and among the speakers was Karoline Leavitt — a young, rising political figure known for her passion and dedication.

As the crowd began to thin, a small voice called out from behind:

“Ms. Karoline? Can I ask you something?”

Karoline turned and saw a young girl, maybe eleven, with blonde hair pulled back in a neat ponytail, holding a small notebook close to her chest.

“My name is Lily,” the girl said softly. “And when I grow up… I want to run for office, just like you.”

Karoline smiled, surprised and deeply touched.

“Why do you want to lead, Lily?”

“Because I want people who are poor to be heard,” Lily answered. “And… I want to help kids who feel forgotten. Like my friend at school.”

Karoline knelt to meet her at eye level and held her hand gently. In that moment, she wasn’t just talking to a little girl — she was talking to a future changemaker.

A Small Gift, A Big Message

A week later, Lily received a small package at her doorstep. Inside was a book titled “Women Who Lead”, filled with stories of strong, trailblazing women who had made history.

But the most special part was a handwritten letter from Karoline herself:

“Dear Lily,
You may not realize it yet, but your courage and kindness have inspired me. Keep dreaming big — even when people say you’re too young or too small. It’s hearts like yours that make the biggest difference in the world.
With pride,
Karoline Leavitt”

One Day as an Honorary Assistant

A few weeks later, Karoline invited Lily to Washington, D.C., to spend a day in her office as an “Honorary Assistant.”

Lily was picked up by a staff member, given a name tag that said “Assistant Lily”, and had her own little desk next to Karoline’s. She helped organize notes, sat in on a team meeting, and even got to stand at the podium to give a short speech — while the staff clapped and cheered her on.

As the day came to a close, Karoline asked:

“So, Lily — after today, do you still want to run for office someday?”

Lily looked up with confidence and smiled:

“I don’t just want to… I will.”

Planting Seeds of Hope

That evening, as Karoline walked out of her office, she felt something rare — a quiet, renewed sense of purpose. In a world of noise and politics, it was the voice of one eleven-year-old girl that reminded her why she started in the first place.

And for Lily, that single day showed her something powerful:
It’s never too early to dream big.
And you’re never too small to lead.