By Trinity Hunter Tomorrow-Today staff writer Young Boozer, Alabama’s 39th state treasurer and the guest speaker for the opening session of the 69th Alabama YMCA Youth Legislature, immediately addressed the elephant in the room – his name. “Yes, that is my real name,” he told the crowd of chuckling teenagers. After getting that out of … [Read More]
2018 gubernatorial candidates: How do you embody the most important characteristics of a YIG leader?
The Alabama YMCA Youth in Government media staff asked each 2018 youth gubernatorial candidate the same three questions. This is the second installment of the Q & A with 2018 gubernatorial candidates: What characteristics are most important for a Youth in Government leader? How do you embody those characteristics? Jezzia Smith: The characteristics that are … [Read More]
Media director welcomes delegates to Youth Legislature
Hello! My name is Meagan Holloway-Ragland and I’m honored to serve as this year’s media director for the Alabama YMCA Youth in Government program. I am a senior at LAMP High School in Montgomery. I’ve been involved with Youth in Government since I was a freshman. I love this program, what it teaches us, and … [Read More]
The ‘more you invest’ in YIG, the ‘more you gain,’ governor says
By Ford Cleveland 2017 Youth Governor Hello everyone. I’d like to welcome each of you to the 69th Alabama Youth Legislature Conference. This weekend will be filled with opportunities for all of you. From hearing important political figures in Alabama speak, to being able to debate in the Alabama State House, and even participating in … [Read More]
2018 gubernatorial candidates: How should money for Alabama public schools be distributed?
The Alabama YMCA Youth in Government media staff asked each 2018 youth gubernatorial candidate the same three questions. This is the second installment of the Q & A with 2018 gubernatorial candidates: Does each Alabama public school get fair and equitable funding? If so, are the schools using the money wisely? If not, how do you … [Read More]
Governor and his Cabinet set special order bills
Gov. Ford Cleveland and his Cabinet have chosen the special order bills for the 2017 conference. When brought to their respective chambers, these bills will take precedence over all other bills. FIRST YEAR BILLS FY17, The Second Chance Act, by Tate Record, Mountain Brook High School, Birmingham – Prison reform to require rehabilitation to better … [Read More]
2018 gubernatorial candidates: What is your personal mantra and why?
The Alabama YMCA Youth in Government media staff asked each 2018 youth gubernatorial candidate the same three questions. This is the first installment of the Q & A with 2018 gubernatorial candidates: What is your personal mantra and why? Claudia Hubbard: “Do all the good you can. By all the means you can. In all the ways … [Read More]
Youth Gov. Ford Cleveland reveals his 2017 platform
EDUCATION I believe in strong education reform. A strong education leads to a bright future for our citizens and state. I will support most bills that will bring in revenue to the board of education and allow Alabama schools to receive more money (within reason). PRISON REFORM I support legislation to help reduce prison overcrowding, … [Read More]
Top participants and teams named for 2016 Youth Judicial
The 2016 YMCA Youth Judicial Program ended Nov. 7 with an awards ceremony announcing the outstanding individuals and teams. The 2016 conference broke attendance records with 678 total participants and adults. Congratulations to the students and schools represented among the outstanding participants. JUSTICE HUGH MADDOX AWARD: Audrey Kim (captain), Tori Barranco, Henry Petters, James Sadie, … [Read More]
2016 TommorrowToday Youth Judicial Newspapers
Monday, Nov. 7, 2016, Issue Saturday, Nov. 6, 2016, Evening Issue Saturday, Nov. 6, 2016, Afternoon Issue
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