[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 6]
[Senate]
[Page 8032]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



   STOCKDALE HIGH SCHOOL REPRESENTS CALIFORNIA IN THE WE THE PEOPLE 
                          NATIONAL COMPETITION

 Mrs. FEINSTEIN. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize the 
achievements of students from Stockdale High School for winning an 
honorable mention in the We the People..The Citizen and the 
Constitution national competition. These outstanding students from 
Bakersfield, CA competed against 49 other classes from across the 
country and demonstrated a vast knowledge of the U.S. Constitution and 
American democracy. Their accomplishments are a reflection of their 
hard work and preparation for this prestigious event.
  On April 21-23, 2001, hundreds of young people ascended on our 
Nation's Capital to participate in the We the People national finals. 
This exciting competition is administered by the Center for the Civic 
Education to educate students on the history and principles of American 
constitutional government. Reaching more than 26 million students 
nationwide, We the People introduces elementary, middle, and high 
school students to the intricacies of our government and encourages 
them to contribute actively to the political process throughout their 
lives.
  I can think of no better way to ensure that this country has 
competent citizens and future leaders than to encourage more of our 
Nation's youth to participate in programs such as this one. I am 
particularly proud of the accomplishments of the Stockdale High School 
class and encourage these students to be ever vigilant in their future 
endeavors to learn about and foster our democracy.

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