Cornhusker Boys’ State publishes a daily newsletter recording Boys’ State history. Each year, the newsletter staff elects leadership among their ranks. In 2026, the editor-in-chief is Prajwal Mohan from Omaha’s Millard North High School.
Prior to the primary election at Cornhusker Boys’ State, delegates running for Governor caucus with their party.
Cornhusker Boys’ State has two fictitious political parties, the Nationalists and Federalists. These parties are formed each year from scratch and do not model any existing political parties. Students debate party platforms and elect leadership.
Congratulations to our 2026 political party leadership!
Among our Wednesday keynote speakers is a longtime friend of the program, Jim Clifton. As the former CEO of the Gallup Organization, Mr. Clifton always offers valuable perspectives to the delegates. His message today was about “Leadership in the 21st Century”. In addition to his encouragement and leadership advice, Mr. Clifton engaged the delegates in conversation to address their many questions.
Jim Clifton, fmr CEO of the Gallup Organization, speaks with Cornhusker Boys’ State.
American Legion Cornhusker Boys’ State is a civics and leadership experience for high school juniors. The goal of the camp is to educate, inspire, teach, and train the next generation of state and local leaders. Secretary of State Bob Evnen generously offered his time and expertise to the delegates. He discussed the importance and administration of free and fair elections in Nebraska and took questions from the delegates. Additionally, the elections at Cornhusker Boys’ State are overseen in part by volunteers from the Secretary of State’s office. They help educate the students on how to run proper polling places and administer election counts. Thank you to the Secretary of State and his staff!