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The Junior State of America is a student-run organization whose purpose is to "help high school students acquire leadership skills and the knowledge necessary to be effective citizens and voters." Our members participate in debates, fun activities, and various conventions hosted by the JSA organization.

Come, experience what JSA has to offer, and discover the inner workings of our great nation. We encourage you to answer the clarion call of Democracy and rise to combat the raging hordes of political apathy. Let us speak up and address the pressing issues of our generation. Let us learn about the government and the political institutions that drive our nation. Finally, let us understand that Democracy itself is not a spectator sport.

Monday, February 25, 2008

DEBATE at SPRING STATE!!!!!!!! (that rhymes!)

It's approaching that time when we're getting ready to attend Spring State 2008! In case you don't know, the Northern California JSA hosts 3 regional overnight conventions every year and Spring State is the last one this year! At every convention, JSA chapters from all around Northern California, Nevada, and Utah come to a hotel for a week of fun debates, thought talks, and fun activities. Our last convention, Winter Congress, took place in Sacramento and 9 of our members had the privilege of attending the convention.

We'll be handing out brochures and giving you more information in the very near future, so make sure you come to our meetings if you're interested.

In the mean time, here are the debate topics that you can sign up for if you want to debate at Spring State. Remember, you can either be a main speaker (who speaks the opening and closing statement) or a subsequent (who gets a 3 minute speech). If you wish to be a main speaker, PLEASE CONTACT US ASAP so we can get you that spot! If you would like to moderate, also contact us! Come to a meeting or email milpitasjsa@gmail.com.

  1. Resolved, that Social Security be abolished and individuals assume responsibility for their retirement.
  2. Resolved, that the employing of an illegal immigrant should be a felony.
  3. Resolved, that the United States block terrorist-sponsored websites.
  4. Resolved, that the Electoral College proportionally reflect the popular vote of each state.
  5. Resolved, that a national primary system replace the current United States primary system.
  6. Resolved, that presidential campaigns be publicly funded.
  7. Resolved, that the United States pass a constitutional amendment mandating a balanced budget.
  8. Resolved, that lobbyists harmfully influence the legislative process.
  9. Resolved, that the United States financially aid Mexico to create greater employment opportunities.
  10. Resolved, that the current Bush Administration has overstepped the powers of the executive branch.
  11. Resolved, that a single-payer universal healthcare system be implemented in the United States.
  12. Resolved, that the United States remove all investments in the Musharraf government in Pakistan.
  13. Resolved, that the United States news media has a definite bias.
  14. Resolved, that water-boarding is a necessary form of torture.
  15. Resolved, that the United States would benefit from the election of a third-party candidate in November.
  16. Resolved, that the United States make a goal of putting a man on Mars within the next ten years.
  17. Historic Debate: Resolved, that the Continental Congress declare the American colonies' independence from England.
  18. Historic Debate: Resolved, that the Civil War is the second American Revolution.
  19. Historic Debate: Resolved, that President Truman's order to drop atomic bombs on Japan is justified.
  20. Historic Debate: Resolved, that President Nixon engage in diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China.
Thought Talks:
  1. Who would make the best president in this next election?
  2. How is Islam characterized or mischaracterized by the media?
  3. Which First Lady has been most influential?
  4. Has democracy proven to be the best form of government?
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