CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined participants of the American Legion Mountaineer Boys State at Jackson’s Mill in Weston, W.Va. Afterwards, she traveled to Elkins, W.Va. to address the participants of the Rhododendron Girls State at Davis and Elkins College.
“Boys State and Girls State are events I look forward to participating in every year. I am always so encouraged by the enthusiasm, leadership, citizenship, and patriotism exemplified by these young women and men. I’m grateful to the American Legion’s continued commitment to instilling the values we hold dear in West Virginia’s young people and helping them learn the lessons and skills that will equip them to be the leaders of tomorrow,” said Senator Capito.
Photos from the events are included below:
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) addresses American Legion Mountaineer Boys State participants at Jackson’s Mill in Weston, W.Va.
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) meets with outgoing Boys State governor Haden Hodge, whom she nominated to the U.S. Air Force Academy.
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) addresses Rhododendron Girls State participants at Davis and Elkins College in Elkins, W.Va.
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) meets with Rhododendron Girls State participants at Davis and Elkins College in Elkins, W.Va.
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