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]
Connect, raise your placard and let your voice be heard, governor says
By Noah McNelley 2016 Youth Governor Welcome to Alabama’s 68th Youth Legislature! I ran for youth governor with the goal to inspire. I wanted to see change. I wanted to connect with people in the age of disconnection. I wanted people to understand that this privilege should not be wasted. Delegates, this weekend we, as … [Read More]
Youth Gov. Noah McNelley reveals the eight pillars for the 2016 session
8. Drugs Rehabilitation of non-violent criminals Strengthen penalties for drug-related crimes 7. Civil Rights & Liberties The base of the Statue of Liberty reads, “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free,” and it should be the goal of the Alabama government to protect the civil liberties of its citizens. … [Read More]
Speak, listen and accept fellow delegates, youth governor says
By Cassie Sadie 2015 Youth Governor Welcome to Alabama’s 67th Youth Legislature! Thank you all so much for being here and for all the hard work you’ve put in and will put in to make this conference the best possible. Over the next few days, you will discover countless new perspectives and ideas. You will make … [Read More]