Each year, YIGsters attend “Meet the Candidates Night” in order to learn about what the candidates for offices stand for. This year, participants attended the governor's debate to further understand governors' plans for office and their insights on what's going on in the world today.
With all of the training and programs YIG students participate in, many do not even know what the governor or other political positions do. This year, several students were asked what each political role encompasses. Surprisingly, the results were not what would be expected of Youth In Government participants. When students were asked what the governor’s duties were, only 50%* of them answered correctly. Several individuals could not even answer the questions and claimed they didn't have the "slightest idea".
When asked the duties of the Secretary of State, a mere 30%* knew the correct answer. 70%* of the YIGsters who took this poll knew exactly what the role of the lieutenant governor was.
It is such a wonder how so many students can be so extremely dedicated to YMCA's Youth In Government program, and yet not even fully comprehend the roles of the highest elected official; the governor. With the splitting of the program's delegations, it is said that more people can get involved, and further expand their knowledge. After analyzing these poll results, it is obvious that the role and duties of the governor must be more widely publicized.
*Results from a poll of 10 randomly selected YIG participants
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