
Earlier this afternoon, two delegates involved with the press, as well as two counselors involved with the press, got the opportunity to attend the official press conference held by the University of Nebraska, announcing its plans to join the Big Ten Conference. Among the speakers at the conference were Chancellor Harvey Perlman, Athletic Director Tom [...]
At a vote earlier this morning, gubernatorial candidate Nick Schreiner of Yorktown defeated Logan Baker of Gettysburg. Tomorrow morning, current Governor Bryce Cain will give his final speech just moments before Nick Schreiner is inaugurated. Congratulations Nick Schreiner!
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Earlier this evening, gubernatorial candidates Nick “Nick-It” Schreiner and Logan Baker held a small town hall debate, before their full hour and a half debate tomorrow in front of the entire delegation. Below are some of the statements and stances by the candidates. Logan Baker: favors the 2nd Amendment and gun rights, believes in the importance [...]
At an election earlier today, gubernatorial candidates were selected to represent their party in the general election which will be held tomorrow morning after an hour and a half debate between candidates. Representing the Nationalist Party is Gettysburg citizen Logan Baker, and representing the Federalist Party is Nick “Nick-It” Schreiner of Yorktown. After tomorrow’s election, [...]
Posted on 11 June 2010
Earlier this morning, gubernatorial candidates Logan Baker and Nick Schreiner sqaured off in a debate for the position as Cornhusker Boys’ State Governor 2011. Here are 15 highlights of the debate. 1. Nick Schreiner commented on how six years ago Indiana and Illinois had about a $3,000,000,000 debt. Indiana responded by cutting taxes and spending while [...] Continue Reading
Posted on 11 June 2010
This afternoon, all of 2010 Cornhusker Boys’ State made the long march from Schramm Hall to the Nebraska State Capitol Building. Before departing, delegates, counselors, and staff gathered in formation in the HSS courtyard to recite the Pledge of Allegiance. Led by the delegate volunteer color guard, the column of delegates seemed to stretch for a [...] Continue Reading
Posted on 11 June 2010
Howard W. Buffett, Special Assistant in the office of the Secretary at the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Advisor to the White House Office of Social Innovation, addressed the delegates in Kimball hall this morning, sharing his personal experiences and tips for success. Continue Reading
Posted on 11 June 2010
Earlier this evening, appointed judicial officials were sworn in by current Chief Justice of the Nebraska Supreme Court, Mike Heavican. Congratulations to the following members of the Boys’ State Judiciary. Chief Justice Aaron M. Hostetler of Bataan Washington County Associate Justices Casey Richards of Valley Forge, Ian Webster of Yorktown, and Frank E. Winter, IV of Yorktown Lincoln [...] Continue Reading
Posted on 11 June 2010
This afternoon, under the executive direction of Coach Larry Frost, the delegates took to the Ed Weir Track to compete in track and field events. This morning’s thunderstorm was little more than a memory beneath the blaring, humid sun. With skill and determination, the delegates gave their all in a variety of events, including: shot [...] Continue Reading
Posted on 10 June 2010
“As the clerk of the legislature I have had first hand experience with all of the bills that have made it to the general file. Some of the bills that have been popular with the senators involved the elimination of abortion and the legalization of bottle rockets. Others, such as a new prison program did [...] Continue Reading
Posted on 10 June 2010
Earlier today, delegates attended a law and order presentation talking specifically about integrating trained dogs into Nebraska police operations. Below is an article by Evan Sheaff of Alamo. “Law and Order Presentation” Over the past few days, the boys at Boys’ State have had the privilege to see many gifted speakers, most being from the political field. [...] Continue Reading
Posted on 10 June 2010
Thursday afternoon, delegates watched Joe Conrad, a speaker with HIV and AIDS, discuss the issues and concerns with STDs and sexual activity. Below is an article by Jeff Story of Manila Bay. “The Disadvantages of AIDS and HIV” With the amount of testosterone flowing through Schramm Hall and Boys State, a speaker discussing STD’s is highly appropriate. [...] Continue Reading