By Erica Gage Tomorrow-Today Staff Writer At the opening session of the Alabama Youth in Government’s 70th Annual Youth Legislature Conference, Alabama Chief Justice Lyn Stuart spoke about the importance of shaping a society led by the “wise and honest.” She quoted founding father John Adams who said, “If wise men decline, others will not. … [Read More]
Q & A with 2019 gubernatorial candidates
The TomorrowToday staff asked each 2019 gubernatorial candidate the same three questions. Their responses follow: Should Alabama have a lottery? Why or why not? For what purpose? Jared Schaffer: The state of Alabama should have a lottery. In states that have lotteries today, a percentage of the money brought in is taken out to benefit … [Read More]
‘It is the relationships that you’ll remember,’ youth governor says
By Claudia Hubbard 2018 Youth Governor Hello and welcome to the 70th Youth Legislature Conference! It’s finally time for all of the preparation you put into this weekend to be put into action. I cannot wait to see everybody in action throughout our time here at Youth Legislature. This weekend you’re going to face surprises, … [Read More]
Governor and her Cabinet Set Special Order Bills for 2018
Gov. Claudia Hubbard and her Cabinet have chosen the special order bills for the 2018 Alabama YMCA Youth Legislature. These bills will take precedence over all other bills and will be debated first in their respective chambers. The regular order calendar as set by the Rules Committees will follow this legislation. HOUSE HB40 by Joe … [Read More]
Youth Gov. Claudia Hubbard Sets Her 2018 Platform
EDUCATION I am in favor of educational reform. I believe that many statewide issues stem from a lack of education. In regards to legislation concerning education, I am in favor of establishing a statewide lottery where benefits are allocated to the Alabama Department of Education. Money should not define and limit our students’ opportunities. Every … [Read More]
2018 Youth Legislature Officers Take Oath
Governor Claudia Hubbard, Saint James School, Montgomery Lt. Gov. Anne Mitchell Welch, Mountain Brook High School Speaker of the House Luckett Robinson, St. Paul’s Episcopal School, Mobile Senate President Pro Tempore Libba Lamberth, St. Paul’s Episcopal School, Mobile Senate Floor Leader Joey Compton, Vestavia Hills High School House President Pro Tempore Nik Dworek, Mountain Brook … [Read More]
Five Students Receive Special Awards Following the 2017 Youth Legislature
BETTY CARR AWARD The Betty Carr Award, developed by the Anniston delegation in honor of longtime adviser Betty Carr, is presented to the Alabama YMCA Youth Legislature delegate who gives fully to the program, exhibits excellent debating skills, works diligently behind the scenes and stands for his or her beliefs. It was first awarded in 1976. … [Read More]
Three 2017 delegates recognized as outstanding statesmen
Miriam-Webster defines statesman as a wise, skillful and respected political leader. During each annual session of the Alabama Youth Legislature, adult advisers select one delegate from each of the legislative chambers as THE outstanding statesman for that chamber. In the House and Senate, the award is named for Jere Hardy, one of the founders of … [Read More]
2017 Delegates and Alternates to the Youth Conference on National Affairs
Between Saturday, July 1, and the early morning of Friday, July 7, 25 Alabama young people will take part in the 50th Annual YMCA Youth Conference on National Affairs at the Blue Ridge Assembly in Black Mountain, N.C. If those chosen to attend as delegates are unable to go, the alternates will be given the … [Read More]
2017 First Year Outstanding Participants
These First Year Youth Legislature participants were recognized Feb. 26, 2017, as the outstanding First Year delegates: Jack Burt, Catholic High School, Montgomery President Pro Tem Margaret Chandler, The Montgomery Academy Cyprian Dumas, The Montgomery Academy Ben Harris, Mountain Brook High School Alison Gaston, Mountain Brook High School (See also Best Bills) Assistant Clerk Joe … [Read More]