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By the looks of things this blog has gathered some interest from family, friends, and teachers of Boys Staters looking to follow progress of their Boys State citizen. It's now 10:30 am, and we have surpassed the number of visitors to this blog from yesterday. To help encourage continued growth, we're trying to quickly put together a blog team to feed this feature with content. We're also going to find a better camera to lift the quality of the photos and video clips that have been posted.
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I'm really glad to have the blog as a source of information. As I'm sure most parents will agree, getting info from a 17-year-old isn't an easy thing...especially if you're looking for more than one-word answers!
Looking forward to reading more throughout the week--keep up the good work!
We had a discussion this morning over breakfast. Blogging is a legitimate form of expression that affects the political process. Blogging led to the downfall of Dan Rather, and has helped many candidates raise money, spread their message, and build campaign by the grassroots. We've decided that blogging needs to be a feature that we incorporate into the political process here at Boys State. The trouble is trying to whip it all together on the fly. We'll see what we can do.
I'm happy to see another "blogger", and hope the trend heats up!Don't worry,Boys State-blogging takes on a life of it's own, and it will all come together just fine!!!
I like the blog. It's nice to see/read what you all do during the week. Have a great week and keep up the blogging.
This is Lynn Mazick, Josh's mom. We love reading about all that is going on and seeing all the pictures. It looks like everyone is having a great time. Thanks for all you are doing with our children! We love you Josh!!!
I thought that since Boys State is all about the political aspect of life, it might be interesting to use this site as a political forum, also?
Keep up the reports and PICTURES on this "blog!" We are finding it very interesting!! By the way "HELLO" Brian and Trevor from Plymouth!!
New camera sitting on the charger. We'll see what we can do later this evening.
Nice way to keep up on whats happening out there. As we aein in Pittsfield,Ma. Keep up on the Pictures. What a great resource for the Parents. Hello to Shea Garner!. Keep up the grat work!
Good luck on the elections tomorrow. Glad to see everyone is having a good time and learning a lot about our government. Doug D's Dad says Hello.
At the request of several who have posted here, and even MORE who have sent messages through their sons, the blog seems to have found an audience. From a first day with 580 hits, our second day saw over 2200 hits, with a great many (nearly 180) return visitors over the course of the day.
We've invested in a new camera, which is now loaded with 70-80 new photos and a few video clips. We've enlisted a new team of bloggers - Boys Staters - who we hope will take this over in the next day or so.
Unfortunately, late evening is just about the only chance certain counseling staff get to prepare lectures, so new photos and updates will have to wait until much later. Perhaps even tomorrow morning. Soon enough, though.
Thanks again for the great pictures. We love all the info! Great picture Josh! Good luck with all the elections!
Great job with the blog. Can't wait to see more. It looks like you all are having a good time. HI to JOE and PAT from Pembroke.
love Mom and Dad.
I am really glad that I can go onto the blog and see photos and videos of the boys during their week at Boys State. It helps parents feel connected in a small way to the experiences our sons are having each day. Thanks for the great work and keep those photos coming. Hello to Ben L. Love you, Mom
With the internet providing potentially universal individual access to the "nation" (e.g. blogs, web sites etc.) it is possible to imagine a day when our need for a state and national House and even Senate(to represent us, "the people") becomes obsolete. Direct voter input, unencumbered by political activists, lobbyists, etc. would lead us closer to a true democracy. The future holds exciting opportunities for our government.
Good luck to all with the elections!
Great job on blogsite!
I am not surprised that the blogging is so momentous! I totally agree with cowgirl about the web and how it is impacting the nature of government now-and will most assuredly BE the future of political activities...let's see how far the boys can take this concept this week!
Whoops! One more comment: to our one and only Jesse-we love you and are so very proud of you, Big J Boys Stater!
Just leaving worcester state college and our first ever joint event with girls state. A fabulously successful event, with plenty of photos and video to show for it. Buses land back at stonehill in an hour or so.
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