Acceptance to Alabama Boys State

[BamaLefty]

I'm sure many of you are familar with the Boys State program sponsored by the American Legion. Last week I learned that I was one of only 7 in my class eligible for the program. Of course, being a die-hard politico I was quick to seize on this opportunity. It will be held in late May and early June at the University of Montevallo. Me and a couple of my friends gave our letters to our counselor today at school to seal the deal. I'm really excited about the news and if things pan out right I may decide to try for Boys Nation, and go to Washington DC as one of Alabama's two US Senators. I'll also have to decide which state office I'd like to run for.

Here is some information about the program from the website:

The Boys State study of government will be directed by authorities in Political Science and Government. The responsibilities and duties of each state officer are studied in the academic courses.

Upon registration, the boys are placed in political parties within their cities. The political parties will write their platforms and nominate their candidates for the state offices. The cities and counties will make the laws that govern their cities and counties and elect their officials. Boys Staters who are elected or appointed to an office will assume the role of that particular office. Each boy will have a role in the operation of the Boys State Government.

The Boys State legislature will go into session and debate bills that have been prepared during the week. After debate each bill will be voted upon and if the bill passes both houses, it will be referred to the governor for signing.

An organized recreational program has been scheduled to permit each person in each city the opportunity to participate in the activities program. Bring a cheerful attitude, cooperative spirit and a willingness to have fun. A Boys State Band and Chorus will be organized again this year.


http://www.alboysstate.org/prod01.htm

[jody]

1. Congratulations, what an honor for you and

to have you participate on DU.
:hi:

[BamaLefty]

2. I Appreciate That, Jody

Here is the thread I started in the General Discussion forum. Don't click it unless you have time, it's the exact same message.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_mesg&forum=104&topic_id=3465192&mesg_id=3465192

[southlandshari]

3. Congrats!!!

Longer reply posted to your GD thread...

[Frances]

4. Good luck!

I think that Bill Clinton went to Boys Nation. I think there is a photo of him with John Kennedy who was president at the time.

[BamaLefty]

5. There Is

It is in his book which I am currently reading.

[Syrinx]

6. I don't have a lot to say, but...

I wish you the very best of luck!

We've got to turn the politics in this state around, and our best hope lies with enlightened young people like yourself!

[Gayla]

7. Congrats and kudos!

This is a good thing! My son attended many years ago and he loved
it. Also a chance to make life time connections!

[taleast]

8. My Brother Will Be There To

Congratulations, my brother will be there too. He hasn't decided what office he is running for probably something to do with agriculture, but maybe higher I don't know. His name is Len East.

[BamaLefty]

9. That'll Be Nice

I hope I have the opportunity of meeting him.

Democrat I hope???

[taleast]

10. Independent

He leans Democratic, but if he could vote he would probably split ticket (TO MY SHAME). It stems from the fact that my mother is a Democrat & my Father a Republican. Contentious house to say the least. He will probably run for a state wide office so look for him. My name is Tal, as my user name suggests.

[BamaLefty]

11. Interesting

I will vote for your brother... assuming I don't run against him. Lol, surely that won't have to happen. I wasn't thinking about running for the Secretary of Ag position.

What office should I run for? It'll be here at the end of this month you know...

[taleast]

12. Let me know.

If you are gonna run for the Ag position let me know and I will tell him not to challenge because that is one of the offices he talked about running for. What is your name and I will let him know so that y'all can meet up and maybe get some mutual supporters. Len just got back form the FFA National Land Judging Competition. We finished 2nd in the Nation, but anyway, just let me know. Thanks again. Oh by the way, me personally, I would run for Governor, but that is just because I would want to be at the top, but Len won't do that. Thanks again.

[BamaLefty]

13. I Won't Be In The Ag Race- My Vote Goes To Him

And yes, I have thought about running for Governor.

I would love to meet your brother as well. I'm looking forward to the whole event.