Mock Political Conference Awakens Future Voters

Fourteen LFHS female students found the recent Illini Girls State opened their eyes to the political process and their role in it.

Mary Dooley admits she did not know much about politics. But that has changed for the Lake Forest High School senior-to-be. She and 13 classmates recently attended Illini Girls State — a weeklong political simulation conference for high school females. Through hands-on participation, the girls were introduced to the American political system. Beyond gaining experience in leadership roles, many, like Dooley, expanded their political views in ways they didn’t expect. “I kind of brushed politics off before, but now I will be much more active as a voter,” Dooley said. Dooley gained a greater respect for politics by playing the role of a city mayor. Upon arrival, the conference attendees were divided between the Nationalist and Federalist …

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