JSACast Video
Below are the latest episodes of the JSACast, the Northeast State podcast, hosted by Zach Brass and Henry Willson, available on iTunes.
The Patriot Fall State 2007
The Fall State 2007 issue of The Patriot, the NES newsletter, is available online now, including online-only bonus articles. Read it here.
Internship Opportunities Guide
Looking for internship opportunities? Click here to see our newly created Internship Opportunities Packet '07-'08.
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A Final Goodbye from Your Governor |
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Written by SooJin Kim
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Saturday, 03 May 2008 |
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Dear JSAers,
I can’t believe that Spring State is already behind us. It was an incredible weekend and I cannot thank you enough for the happy JSA ending for me. The elections were thrilling, debates were filled with energy, and the dance was… unrated. Although I was excited that I would see some of you again in May, I am deeply upset that we had no choice but to cancel the Debate Wars.
For the seniors, I hope you all had an unbelievable JSA experience like I did. As we part in our own directions, we will take what we have learned from each other and utilize them to reach success in our future. As for the rest of you, it is not too late to apply for cabinet even if you are a junior. Everybody can help in any ways, so just get yourself actively involved! If you have any questions about joining the cabinet for next year, please contact your next year’s Governor Alex Speiser at
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Here’s the list of the newly elected officials.
(Their terms officially begin on June 1st, 2008)
Congratulations!! Governor
Alex Speiser
Horace Mann ‘09 | Lieutenant Governor
Jessye Kass
Concord Carlisle ‘09 | ECR Mayor
Irina Denisenko
Staten Island Tech ‘09 | NER Mayor
Greg Rosen
Bedford ‘10 | ECR Vice-Mayor
Michael Rady
Scarsdale ‘09 | NER Vice-Mayor
Eric Devaux
Bedford ‘10 |
Thank you JSA for the past incredible, exhilarating, stimulating, exciting, awesome, fantastic, wonderful, indescribable years!!
Yours,
SooJin Kim
Governor
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Written by Jason Katz
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Monday, 10 March 2008 |
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Dearest JSAers, As you could feel in the arriving warmer weather, spring fast approaches. With the emergence of spring arrives Spring State, the time to experience the last JSA convention of the year. As it is the last state event, elections are held to supply next year with new leaders with new ideas.
I urge you to get involved in these elections, on the left side of this site, there are links with entries from all the candidates. Speak to the candidates, get involved in their campaigns, and learn about their new ideas, ideas that will hopefully improve JSA in years to come. This year is especially important, as it is an election year. This year we will have the opportunity to determine the route the country takes in the coming years. At Spring State we will have the opportunity to have a say in the direction JSA takes from now on. Please stay active, remain respectful, and listen to what everyone has to say to build a better JSA. Additionally, if you are going to turn 18 before November 4th, remember to register to vote. At the top of this site, under the chapters tab, click on activism, and from there we offer a link to download voter registration forms. Sincerely Yours, Jason Katz
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JSACast: Kucinich Interview Now Available! |
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Written by Henry Willson, Zach Brass, and Jason Katz
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Thursday, 17 January 2008 |
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Hello JSAers, The JSACast interview with Democratic presidential candidate, Ohio congressman, and New Hampshire PNC speaker Dennis Kucinich is available now on iTunes and YouTube. Top representatives from many other campaigns also spoke at the PNC, held January 7 at Southern New Hampshire University in Manchester, NH, including former Democratic National Committee Chairman and current Chairman of Hillary Clinton's campaign, Terry McAuliffe; Senator Richard Burr (R-NC), a supporter of John McCain; former Congressman Bob Carr, a supporter of Bill Richardson; and Mike Duhaime, campaign manager for the Rudy Giuliani campaign. Stay tuned; interviews with Senator Burr and former Rep. Carr will be available soon. If you missed the NH PNC, don't forget, you can still attend the NY PNC, January 27 at Columbia University in New York City.
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Letter from the Governor
 Welcome Junior Statesmen!
The Junior State of America is a national organization, and I am very proud to welcome you to the Northeast State including Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
Through JSA, you will have the unique experience of being politically active. Thousands of high school students from diverse backgrounds gathering to voice their distinct opinions is just the beginning of what JSA truly offers. Through conventions, regionals, minicons, summer programs, and other events, you have tools that you need in order to have thoughtful, intellectual debate and open discussions regarding controversial and sensitive issues.
JSA brings people from a number of states together as they create some strong friendships that will never end. Ask around; I am confident that some of the special bonds that they possess have originated from JSA.
There are so many levels on which you can be involved! Being a regular member, holding chapter officer positions, joining the cabinet, running for a regional or state wide elected position, etc. JSA assists you to mature as a leader and an active citizen. Please take advantage of all the resources that JSA provides and attend as many events as possible!
I am here to serve you and make sure that you enjoy your participation as a JSA member. To make it better and enhance your experiences, I am open to suggestions; let me know if there is anything I can do to help! JSAers’ strong leadership will help strengthen America’s future and we need your help to strengthen the NES. Call our Washington, D.C. office at (800) 317 9338 or email me at
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with any questions! Yours truly, SooJin Kim Governor
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