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138001119.Pdf Dear Spring State Delegate, On behalf of the Northern California Junior State of America, we would like to welcome you to Spring State 2013. This convention has always been notorious for its energy and fast-­‐paced excitement. In the coming days, you will have the opportunity to debate and have open discussions on a number of important issues to help shape your own stances. While deciding the theme for this convention, the focus turned to the unbelievable amount of tumult in the United States and around the world. Though it has always been apparent that history is made each day, we wanted to turn our eyes to the future. Spring State, “The Future of Freedom: Rights, Revolution, and Renewal”, presents an opportunity to decide how the choices that are made today will shape the future of the world. With tensions between the US and North Korea ablaze, fighting in Syria continuing, and acts of terror again in the forefront of American’s minds, we stand with the unique chance to decide how we will respond to these trying times. As Theodore Roosevelt said, “In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.” This weekend presents you with the time to decide what the ‘right’ thing to do is and we hope that you will venture outside of the walls of this convention and act upon your decision; be the people. In addition to the debates and stimulating activities, this convention also presents you with the opportunity to elect the officialsill who w run your state next year. Listen to the candidates, understand their platforms, and participate in the excitement that is campaigning. We are so glad that you are joining us at this convention. We would also like to thank you for making this convention the extraordinary experience that it is and we truly hope you have a fantastic weekend. Sincerely, Governor Lieutenant Governor Speaker of the Assembly Arnela Colic Karthik Prasad William Du The Northern California Junior State of America Proudly Presents Spring State 2013 The Future of Freedom: Rights, Revolution & Renewal Skeleton Agenda Friday, April 26 Chapter Registration 4:00-5:00 Registration desk Luggage Storage 4:00-5:00 Sedona Block 1 4:00-4:45 Newport Beach National Thought Talk: Have First Amendment protections gone too far? Salon A National Thought Talk: Is the two party system detrimental to the democratic process? Salon B/C National Thought Talk: What is the 21st century American identity? Salon D/E Speed Friending Opening Session 5:00-5:45 California Ballroom Dinner 5:45-6:55 State Nominations 7:00-8:00 California Ballroom Teach-Advisor Information Meeting 7:00-8:00 Salon A Regional Caucus 8:05-8:30 Salon 1- 3 GGR Salon 4 GCR Salon 5 CVR Salon 7-9 EBR Evening Activities Grand Ballroom Glow-in-the-Dark Dance 9:00-12:00 Seattle/Portland Ninja 9:00-12:00 Santa Barbara Game Room 9:00-12:00 Newport Beach Bluegrass Jammin’ 9:00-12:00 Sedona Teacher-Advisor Reception 9:45-11:45 Curfew 12:15 No one is allowed out of his or her room past 12:15am. Saturday, April 27 Block 2 9:00-9:55 Salon 3 Debate en Español, Resuelto: El Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos debe quitar servicios de correo en los Sábados. Salon 4 Debate 101 Salon 5 National Resolved: The Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) is unconstitutional. Salon 6 Speed Chess: Resolved: Money can buy happiness. Salon 7 Genius Bar / JSA Summer School Information Session Sierra Resolved: U-turn signals should be implemented on all new automobiles. Salon D/E Resolved: The city of Oakland should designate a legal area for sideshows. Block 3 10:00-10:55 Salon 3 Resolved: Religion does more harm than good. Salon 4 Novice: Resolved: Violent video games do more harm than good. Salon 5 Resolved: Domestic terrorists should not be subject to all legal rights. Salon 6 Live Auction: Junior Date of America Salon 7 Genius Bar Salon B/C National Resolved: The Federal Assault Weapons Ban should be reinstated. Salon A Thought Talk: What is the effect filibusters have in the political process? Salon D/E Boston Massacre: Resolved: California should implement a sin tax on junk food. Seattle/Portland Mock Trial Block 4 11:00-11:55 Salon 3 Mysteriobate: Resolved: It is rational to ________ ________. Salon 4 Resolved: The Pledge of Allegiance should be mandatory for all students. Salon 5 Speed Chess: Resolved:The vigilante acts of the hacker group Anonymous are justified. Salon 6 Resolved: Same-sex marriage should be legal BUT abortion should simultaneously be banned. Salon 7 Genius Bar Salon A Assembly Meeting Salon B/C Resolved: Individuals have the right to terminate their own lives. Newport Beach Formal Debate: Resolved: The United States’ patent system should be abolished. Salon D/E Thought Talk: Walter White: Good or evil? Lunch 12:00-1:25 Block 5 1:30-2:25 Salon 3 Resolved: Major league baseball should utilize instant replay to review on- field calls. Salon 4 Resolved: California should eliminate the provisional drivers’ license BUT minors should receive double the points and fines for moving violations. Salon 5 Gubernatorial Debate Salon 6 Resolved: California should split into two seperate states. Salon 7 Genius Bar Salon A Assembly Meeting Sierra Thought Talk: What should crime-ridden cities do to reform corrupt and/0r ineffective police departments? Salon D/E Resolved: California should abolish the ballot initiative. Santa Barbara/ Newport Beach Political Fair Block 6 2:30-3:25 Salon 3 National Resolved: The USA PATRIOT act should be repealed. Salon 4 Resolved: The Federal government should bailout print media. Salon 5 Resolved: All primary and secondary school teachers should be required to keep guns in their classrooms. Salon 6 Resolved: The United States is the greatest country on earth. Salon 7 Genius Bar Salon A Senate Meeting Salon B/C Thought Talk: What public services, if any, should be privatized? Sierra National Resolved: The United States should become energy independent by 2025. Salon D/E Activism Newport Beach/ Political Fair Santa Barbara Block 7 3:30-4:25 Salon 3 Resolved: In times of peace, Congressional salaries should be withheld until the Federal budget is balanced. Salon 4 Speed Chess: Resolved: End the Fed. Salon 5 Thought Talk: What do women really want? Salon 6 Resolved: Regina George deserved to get hit by the bus. Salon 7 Genius Bar/Chapter-of-the-Year Presentation Salon A Senate Meeting Salon B/C Crisis Scenario Salon D/E Resolved: Targeted killing is a morally permissible tool for National Security. Sierra National Resolved: A national right-to-work law should be passed. Santa Barbara/ Political Fair Newport Beach State Elections 4:30-6:30 California Ballroom Dinner 6:30-7:55 Regional Caucus 8:00-8:30 Salon 1-3 GGR Salon 4 GCR Salon 5 CVR Salon 7-9 EBR Evening Activities Grand Ballroom The Governor’s Ball 007: A Bond Affair 9:00-12:00 Seattle/Portland Ninja 9:00-12:00 Santa Barbara Game Room 9:00-12:00 Newport Beach Bluegrass Jammin’ 9:00-12:00 Sedona Teacher-Advisor Reception 9:45-11:45 Curfew 12:15 No one is allowed out of his or her room past 12:15am. Sunday, April 28 Regional Elections 8:40-9:55 Salon 1 CVR Salon 2 GCR Salon 3 EBR Salon 7 GGR Block 8 10:00-10:55 Salon 3 National Resolved: The United States should provide military assistance to pro-democracy movements in the Middle East. Salon 4-6 Microbate: Resolved: Debates are a waste of time. Resolved: Women belong in the House. Resolved: Ted Moseby’s children are really adopted. Salon 7 Genius Bar Sedona National Resolved: The democratization of American society is the result of technological advances in media and communications. Sierra National Resolved: United States should liberalize immigration quotas. Keynote Speaker 11:00-11:30 California Ballroom Closing Session 11:30-12:30 California Ballroom Contact the Debate Department System Do you want to give a subsequent speech? Are you confused about what to say, or how to effectively present your speech? Do you have a great argument, but need a piece of evidence to back it up? Did your moderator make a significant error that is changing the course of the debate? Text the debate department mid-debate from your cell phone at (925) 261-6700. A debate staff member will respond to your text with advice or that needed piece of evidence. The Northern California Junior State of America Proudly Presents Spring State 2013 The Future of Freedom: Rights, Revolution, & Renewal Full Agenda Friday, April 26 Chapter Registration 4:00-5:00 Registration desk Luggage Storage 4:00-5:00 Sedona Block 1 4:00-4:45 Newport Beach National Thought Talk: Have First Amendment protections gone too far? Mod: Evan Coleman, York The first amendment to the Constitution establishes the right citizens have to free speech. This right manifests itself in many ways in society. People exercise this right daily through the media, protests, and expressing one’s opinion. As a nation, we are taught to share our voices with others to affect positive change. There is, however, a point when free speech becomes dangerous. People can speak out against the government, share undisclosed information, and expose harmful truths about society. Some argue that this free speech is crucial to our democracy, while othera believe that too much free speech may become a problem.
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