FIFTY-SEVENTH ANNUAL WASHINGTON WEEK WASHINGTON, D.C. | MARCH 2–9, 2019 UNITED STATES SENATE ★ YOUTH PROGRAM ★ SPONSORED BY THE UNITED STATES SENATE FUNDED AND ADMINISTERED BY THE HEARST FOUNDATIONS “The American Dream means giving it your all, trying your hardest, accomplishing something. And then I’d add to that, giving something back. No definition of a successful life can do anything but include serving others.” —GEORGE H.W. BUSH, 1924–2018 UNITED STATES SENATE ★ YOUTH PROGRAM ★ FIFTY-SEVENTH ANNUAL WASHINGTON WEEK WASHINGTON, D.C. | MARCH 2–9, 2019 SPONSORED BY THE UNITED STATES SENATE FUNDED AND ADMINISTERED BY THE HEARST FOUNDATIONS UNITED STATES SENATE RESOLUTION 324 In 1962, Senate Resolution 324, submitted by Senator THE UNITED STATES SENATE YOUTH PROGRAM (USSYP) KUCHEL (for himself and Senators MANSFIELD, DIRKSEN is an intensive week-long educational experience and HUMPHREY), was referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration, and, subsequently, unanimously sponsored by the United States Senate that nurtures an approved by the United States Senate as follows: important reservoir of student talent and energy toward WHEREAS the continued vitality of our Republic the high purpose of public service. depends, in part, on the intelligent understanding of our political processes and the functions of our National The program was created by Senate Resolution 324 in Government by the citizens of the United States; and 1962, as stated in supporting Senate testimony from that WHEREAS the durability of a constitutional democracy year, “to increase young Americans’ understanding of the is dependent upon alert, talented, vigorous competition interrelationships of the three branches of government, for political leadership; and the caliber and responsibilities of federally elected and WHEREAS individual Senators have cooperated with appointed offi cials, and the vital importance of democratic various private and university undergraduate and graduate fellowship and internship programs relating to the work of decision making not only for America but for people Congress; and around the world.” WHEREAS in the high schools of the United States, The 57th annual Washington Week brought 104 there exists among students who have been elected to outstanding high school students—two from every state, student body offi ces in their junior or senior year a potential reservoir of young citizens who are experiencing their the District of Columbia and the Department of Defense fi rst responsibilities of service to a constituency and who Education Activity—to Washington, D.C., to see the should be encouraged to deepen their interest in and understanding of their country’s political process: Now, federal government up close and meet and interact with therefore, be it those who lead it. As the students develop a deeper RESOLVED, That the Senate hereby expresses its commitment to public service, they also form intellectual willingness to cooperate in a nationwide competitive high and emotional bonds with their peers from across the school Senate youth program which would give several nation. representative high school students from each State a short indoctrination into the operation of the United States Administered and funded by The Hearst Foundations Senate and the Federal Government generally, if such a program can be satisfactorily arranged and completely since inception, the USSYP utilizes no government supported by private funds with no expense to the Federal funds. The program is highly competitive and merit- Government. based. Qualifi ed students—those already serving in an RESOLUTION 146. To amend S. Res. 324 of the elected or appointed capacity with excellent academic Eighty-seventh Congress to provide for the participation performance—are nominated by their teachers, principals of the Department of Defense education system for dependents in overseas areas in the Senate Youth Program. and guidance counselors and are ultimately selected by RESOLVED, That S. Res. 324, Eighty-seventh their state departments of education. Delegates are each Congress, agreed to May 17, 1963, is amended by adding awarded a $10,000 college scholarship with certifi cates at the end thereof the following new section: often personally presented by their U.S. senators, and SECTION 3. For the purpose of this resolution, the are encouraged to continue coursework in history, term “State” includes the Department of Defense education government and public affairs. system for dependents in overseas areas. ❘ 2 3 ❘ HONORARY CO-CHAIRS VICE PRESIDENT SENATOR SENATOR MICHAEL R. PENCE MITCH MCCONNELL CHARLES E. SCHUMER PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE MAJORITY LEADER DEMOCRATIC LEADER CO-CHAIRS 2019 UNITED STATES SENATE YOUTH PROGRAM SENATE ADVISORY COMMITTEE SENATOR SENATOR JONI K. ERNST RICHARD BLUMENTHAL OF IOWA OF CONNECTICUT ADVISORY COMMITTEE SENATOR SENATOR SENATOR SENATOR SUSAN M. COLLINS STEVE DAINES CINDY HYDE-SMITH JOHN KENNEDY OF MAINE OF MONTANA OF MISSISSIPPI OF LOUISIANA SENATOR SENATOR SENATOR SENATOR MICHAEL F. BENNET CATHERINE CORTEZ MASTO MAGGIE HASSAN CHRIS VAN HOLLEN OF COLORADO OF NEVADA OF NEW HAMPSHIRE OF MARYLAND ❘ 2 3 ❘ “The feeling in your gut, that sense of responsibility “OUR REVOLUTION GAVE US OUR to your community, to our nation, and to one another, INDEPENDENCE AND A SET OF IDEALS: “Be kind. Treat everyone LIBERTY, EQUALITY, NATURAL AND with respect. In my must be acted upon. I challenge you to respond to experience, the Senate that call of duty to your neighbors and your nation CIVIL RIGHTS, AND RESPONSIBLE CITIZENSHIP. OUR JOB IS TO FULFILL community is very in plentiful times and also in times of great need.” much a family.” THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION.” —SENATOR JONI K. ERNST —SECRETARY OF THE SENATE —HISTORIAN JACK WARREN JULIE E. ADAMS “People have probably been “YOU CAN READ 15 DIFFERENT telling you, ‘You are our future “DON’T LISTEN TO THE PARAGRAPHS FROM 15 DIFFERENT “Even the most daunting legislative leaders.’ In fact, you are our PURVEYORS OF HATRED OUTLETS OR PLATFORMS, AND challenges can be overcome. present leaders. You are the here AND DISCORD. THAT IS PRETTY MUCH GET THE SAME THING. WHAT THREATENS THE Every effort, even a landmark bill WHAT WORRIES ME THE MOST IS and now for this country. You are VIABILITY OF THIS NATION PEOPLE WON’T READ BEYOND THAT. the people who are going to give like the Civil Rights Act, is just MORE THAN ANYTHING ELSE.” I WANT PEOPLE TO GO DEEP.“ us the conscience and conviction one step toward the greater goal —U.S. SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN —ABC NEWS CHIEF FOREIGN we need in a challenging time.” DEVELOPMENT BENJAMIN S. CARSON, SR. M.D. of a more perfect union.” AFFAIRS CORRESPONDENT MARTHA RADDATZ —SENATOR RICHARD BLUMENTHAL —SENATE HISTORIAN BETTY KOED “Always try to understand another person’s perspective.” — CHIEF JUSTICE JOHN G. ROBERTS, JR. “THIS COUNTRY IS PLANTED THICK “In a world where data “One of the greatest privileges of joining the foreign service is that you WITH LAWS. WE CAN TAKE COMFORT and technology become can have dealings with colleagues of different cultures, different languages, AND BE SAFE IN THE RULE OF LAW, commodities, what will different relations, but in a way, you will realize that you speak the same language. AND IT APPLIES TO EVERYBODY. ” distinguish you is your You have the same understanding. This is something that makes you richer.” ability to know what to —ITALIAN AMBASSADOR TO THE UNITED STATES —JUDGE ROBERT H. HENRY do with it. So be a reader, ARMANDO VARRICCHIO because that’s the foun- “Washington is so much more than beautiful dation of critical thinking, “THE FOUNDERS RECOGNIZED THAT WE WOULD HAVE DIFFERENCES. buildings and monuments. Your government but learn to be a critical “What you get to do and is a living, breathing creature. It needs to be thinker.” BUT THEY WERE STUDENTS OF THE ENLIGHTENMENT, AND FROM DISAGREE- contribute in public service tended. It needs caretakers.” —PRINCIPAL DEPUTY DIRECTOR is simply remarkable. You will OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE MENTS THEY THOUGHT WE WOULD —SENATE PARLIAMENTARIAN SUSAN M. GORDON CREATE FAR MORE IMAGINATIVE AND know that you gave your love ELIZABETH MACDONOUGH DURABLE SOLUTIONS THAN ANY TYRANT and your labor to make things COULD EVER THINK OF. THAT’S WHAT WE better for your community, for “It takes about half a second to destroy your reputation for integrity, NEED OUT OF OUR ELECTED LEADERS the nation and for the planet.” and it is nearly impossible to get it back. Be committed to working hard, NOW, AND THAT’S WHAT WE NEED —FEMA ASSOCIATE ADMINISTRATOR telling the truth and listening to those around you. Integrity matters.” OUT OF YOU.” BRIAN KAMOIE —U.S. SECRETARY OF STATE MICHAEL R. POMPEO —SENATOR MICHAEL F. BENNET ❘ 4 5 ❘ William Randolph Hearst III with delegates Adam Pack and Ariana Smartt CONGRATULATIONS FROM William Randolph Hearst III EAR DELEGATES, Joni K. Ernst and Senator Richard Blumenthal. Without the help and support of our Senate Co-Chairs and their staff On behalf of everyone at throughout the planning year, the program would not be The Hearst Foundations, possible. I commend you for your outstanding participation in In addition to the educational experience of the week, the 57th annual Washington each delegate receives a $10,000 college scholarship Week. We are certain that your in the name of the United States Senate. The week time in the nation’s capital in Washington and the college scholarship are an reinforced your individual inseparable award, combining the encouragement and commitments to active, guidance given by the esteemed speakers with financial informed citizenship and to support to pursue college-level study of government, public service. Your intellectual history and public affairs. The Hearst Foundations are curiosity, eloquence and passion for making our world a honored to sponsor this enduring collaboration with the better place was on full display during the exciting week United States Senate, the state departments of education that we commemorate in these pages.