"Decision 2008" Platforms

Caleb Klein wins 2008 4-H KYG Election!

2009-12-28T06:17:00.000-08:00

Caleb KleinLincoln CountyCaleb's initial letter of application to run for office at KYG:I am hereby informing you of my intent to seek the 4-H KYG party nomination for the 2008 election. My name is Caleb M. Klein. I am 17 and live in Lincoln County. Currently a Junior at Christian Heritage School, I plan to attend a Liberal Arts College to earn a degree in Musical or Theatrical Arts. I hope to

WSU 4-H Teen Leadership Coordinator Honored by State Legislature

2009-12-27T13:41:00.000-08:00

by Betsy FraddWashington State University State 4-H Teen Leadership Coordinator Jan Klein, was honored Wednesday by the Washington State Legislature as an Outstanding Civic Educator. Klein, who is from the Lincoln County town of Edwall, was recognized for her work with youth on the local, regional, state and national level.The Legislature recognized Klein during the second annual Civic Education

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2009-11-09T15:10:00.000-08:00

Click on COMMENTS below.Paste your plank into the text box. Write your county name also.Click on ANONYMOUS.Scroll down and click "Publish Your Comment." Your submission must be approved before it is published. Once published, you can see it by clicking on your county or see all planks in a category.Don't forget to leave comments for each post!Questions? Write to Carey Roos: roos@wsu.edu

2008-03-03T21:48:00.000-08:00

Tessa LarsenGrant CountyThis is a letter of intent to inform you that I have decided to seek the 4-H KYG party nomination for the 2008 election. My name is Tessa Larsen. I live in Grant County and I am 16 years old.I am currently a student at Moses Lake Christian Academy and plan to pursue a degree in agriculture from Washington State University. I want to represent the 4-H KYG party because I

2008-02-16T20:59:00.001-08:00

Immigration PlankKlickitat CountyWHEREAS: Illegal immigration has put a large strain on the United States economy and our social system.WHEREAS: Many schools have been experiencing a large amount of illegal students. This has been impacting the education of natural citizens.WHEREAS: Speaking one language in a job environment could improve a job and the quality of the job.WHEREAS: Allowing a

2008-02-16T20:55:00.001-08:00

Environment Resolution/PlankKlickitat CountyWHEREAS: Worldwide approximately 100 million people live within 3 feet of sea level.WHEREAS: The hottest years on record have all occurred since 1997.WHEREAS: Sea levels could continue to rise between 4inches and 36 inches over the next 100 years.NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: By recycling, carpooling, and not using so much natural resources such as

2008-02-16T20:51:00.001-08:00

Election Reform PlankKlickitat CountyWHEREAS, when cities, counties or states and nations elect new officers based on popular votes, voters cast a ballot, andWHEREAS, when polls are carried, mistakes are often found on the voters behalf or those who count ballots, andWHEREAS, these mistakes affect end results of elections, andWHEREAS, there are many ways of voting such as lever machines, optical

2008-02-11T13:51:00.001-08:00

Candidate Name: Josh GronewoldStevens CountyHello, my name is Josh Gronewold and I am a senior at Colville High School. I currently live in Stevens County.My future plans are to graduate from high school and go into the Navy as a hospital corpsman. I am already enlisted into the Delayed Entry Program for high school seniors. I plan on

2008-02-11T12:47:00.001-08:00

Candidate Name: Luka MacKayWhatcom/Snohomish county's letter of intent:Some people dream in color, some people dream in black and white, I dream in purple. My name is Luka MacKay, I am 17 and am here to represent the union of two counties, Snohomish and Whatcom county. I am pleased to announce my candidacy for the Washington State KYG Govorner. I currently attend

2008-02-11T10:15:00.001-08:00

Immigration ResolutionOkanogan County WHEREAS, there are people living illegally off of tax dollars,WHEREAS, those people don't pay taxes and,WHEREAS, they still need support and funding for medical emergencies as important parts of our country, WHEREAS, these people need help becoming citizens and,WHEREAS, we need immigrants to help work and support our elderly because of decreases in the number

2008-02-11T10:12:00.001-08:00

Election Reform ResolutionOkanogan County WHEREAS, votes are only recounted when the results and close; andWHEREAS, homeless people are not able to vote; andWHEREAS, the instructions on ballots may be confusing to the uneducated, or non-English speaking people; andWHEREAS, there is not a window for absentee ballots to arrive in time to be counted;NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that votes should

2008-02-11T10:08:00.001-08:00

Energy ResolutionOkanogan CountyA resolution expressing Washington State's support for the aid in building new and improving old structures to make them more efficient.WHEREAS, we found that better windows in buildings reduce the amount of energy needed to produce heat andWHEREAS, it would be beneficial if we installed energy-efficient windows in all buildings, benefitting the owner and the

2008-02-11T10:04:00.001-08:00

Environment Resolution Okanogan County A resolution expressing Washington State's support for the help in making the environment safe. This includes helping keep the atmosphere clean and healthy and preventing the amount of deer killed on the highways.WHEREAS, we found out that making solar panels is bad for the environment, even though it saves us energy; andWHEREAS, cadmium used in some PVC

2008-02-11T10:01:00.001-08:00

Candidate Name: Connor WilsonFerry CountyI, Connor Wilson, intend to seek KYG party nomination in this year of 2008. I am a 16 year old from Ferry County.Right now I am attending Curlew High School as a junior, when I graduate, I will move on to Unknown University to study the unknown. I am also a CTR in our local 4-H program.Someday I want to influence the world for the better, but to do

2008-02-11T09:05:00.001-08:00

Candidate Name: Claire WatsonKitsap CountyThis is a letter of intent to inform you that I have decided to seek the 4-H KYG party nomination for the 2008 election. My name is Claire Watson. I live in Kitsap County. I am seventeen years old.I am currently a student at Kingston High School, and I hope to further my education at Stanford University, with a focus on

2008-02-11T09:04:00.001-08:00

Candidate Name: Cory OlsonLewis CountyThis is my letter of intent to inform you that I've made the decision to seek the nomination to seek the nomination of the 4H KYG party for the 2008 election. My name is Cory Olson I live in Lewis County and I'm 17years old. I am currently a junior at Adna High School and I am enrolled in Running Start at Centralia College. After high school my plans are to

2008-02-05T14:31:00.000-08:00

Candidate Name: Gabrielle RasmussenKing CountyThis being my letter of intent, I wish to inform you that, I, Gabrielle Rasmussen, will be running for governor of Washington State on the 4-H Know Your Government Platform.I have been a homeschooler for the past 4 years and am currently a sophomore. I will be attending a university and pursuing a career in the medical field.I am representing the 4-H

2008-02-05T11:01:00.000-08:00

Safety and Security ResolutionFERRY COUNTYSubmitted By: CLAY ANDERSONWHEREAS, Many people in Washington State, need the right equipment to keep driving safeWHEREAS, Without the right equipment they have accidents in the winter; andWHEREAS, This does not make the roads safe for other people who are traveling;NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That using studded tires in the winter could keep families

2008-02-05T09:56:00.000-08:00

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:This is my letter of intent to inform you that I have decided to seek the 4-H KYG party nomination for the 2008 election. My name is Chloe Robocker. I am 15 years old and I live in Jefferson County, Washington.I am currently a student at Chimacum High School and my future plans are to attend an excellent four year college, and then proceed onto law school to earn my law

2008-02-02T12:20:00.000-08:00

Benton-Franklin CountyHello, my name is Paul French, and I am writing this to inform you of my intent to run for the 4-H KYG party nomination for the 2008 election. I am 17 years old, and I live in Benton County.I am the Associated Student Body President at Richland High School, where I am a senior. I am currently taking three Advanced Placement classes and have a history of AP and Honors

2008-02-02T12:14:00.001-08:00

Economy PlatformBenton and Franklin CountiesBy Paul F., Sarah F., and Rachel H.WHEREAS, Washington State unemployment rates are approximately31st in the nation, many steps need to be taken toincrease employment and rectify current economicdownfalls; andWHEREAS, Congress is continually changing tax codes, it is vital toProvide tax payers with consistent

2008-02-01T20:27:00.000-08:00

Health Care ResolutionPierce CountyWHEREAS, By the end of December 2007, in Washington state, a cumulative total of 12,078 cases of AIDS have been reported, andWHEREAS, Of these people, 6,425 (53%) are known to be dead, andWHEREAS, In addition, 4,618 cases of HIV infection have been reported for a total of 16,696 HIV/AIDS cases, andWHEREAS, Between 1,039,000 and 1,185,000 people in the U.S. are

2008-02-01T20:19:00.000-08:00

Economy ResolutionPierce CountyBy Zoe S.WHEREAS, the gas prices alter the lifestyles of many Washingtonians.WHEREAS, hybrid sales are less than 1% of vehicles sold.WHEREAS, the increased demand and limited production capacity leave no room for error or disruption in the supply system.WHEREAS, the gas prices of Washington State have reached record highs.WHEREAS, the demand for gasoline is also at

2008-02-01T16:34:00.000-08:00

ImmigrationBenton-Franklin Countyby Rachel H. and Eric R.WHEREAS, The people in the state of Washington are having difficulties understanding those people who do not speak English fluently; andWHEREAS Businesses in other countries are requiring that you can speak the countries acknowledged language fluently; andWHEREAS, Having one official language would help businesses improve efficiency by

2008-02-01T15:52:00.000-08:00

Canditate Name: Benjamin JanickiSkagit CountyMy name is Benjamin Janicki, and I am seeking the 4-H KYG party nomination for the 2008 election. I live in Skagit County and I am 16 years old. I am currently in the 10th grade and I've been involved in 4-H poultry and sheep projects for eight years. I am a long-time member of the "Kids for Chickens" 4-H club, and have recently joined the "Sea-Tech"