On the recordApril 26, 2018
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize outstanding students in my district from Highlands High School in Fort Thomas. These exceptional students competed in the ``We the People'' State- level competition, and they will represent our State at the national competition here in D.C. this weekend. This is their 15th State championship win. The ``We the People'' program is directed by the Center for Civic Education, and its goal is to increase students' knowledge of constitutional history and government--I think some of my colleagues could stand to participate in this program--and to provide a foundation in civics education that will prepare them for future leadership roles. The program sponsors student debates and hearings. This year, some of the national hearing questions for discussion include: What are classical republicanism and natural rights philosophy, and how did they influence the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights? How has the relationship among the three branches of government changed in the course of the history of our country? It has changed quite a bit. I am proud of my constituent students' hard work and dedication. I wish them the very best of luck in this competition this weekend and congratulate them for their outstanding work representing the State of Kentucky. President Macron's Brand of Socialism





