Whitefish Bay Senior Learning About Government in D.C.

Whitefish Bay High School senior James Broomfield is one of 98 high school student representatives throughout the U.S. chosen to attend The American Legion Boys Nation this week. 

Broomfield is one of two delegates selected from the state based on leadership skills, academic record and activity at The American Legion Boys State.

The week-long program introduces the students to the structure and function of the federal government while combining lectures and forums with visitations to federal agencies, institutions, memorials and historical spots in and around Washington, D.C.

Each American Legion Boys Nation delegate represents his home state as a “Senator.” The “Senators” caucus at the beginning of the session and organize into committees and conduct hearings on bills, allowing delegates to learn the proper methods and regulations followed by the U.S. Senate. In addition, federal legislators and representatives of national distinction participate in the activities at The American Legion Boys Nation Program. 

Former graduates of the program include former U.S. President Bill Clinton and U.S. Senator Max Baucus, MT.