Congressman David Young Visits Southeast Polk High School

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Anna Zelenovich 
Staff Reporter 
Congressman David Young came to visit Southeast Polk
High School on Monday, November 9. 
This past Monday Congressman, David Young, came to Southeast Polk High School and talked to Mr. Gross’s sophomore Government class.
Congressman Young was on a work period recess from Washington D.C. and was at the high school recognizing the baseball team, and because some students in Mr. Gross’s class had written him letters, he stayed to answer some questions.
“We were learning about public opinion and how important it is for our government officials to hear feedback from citizens, so students had the option of writing a 1 page letter to a public official discussing 2 or 3 topics they were concerned about. Most chose President Obama or David Young,” said Gross.
Congressman Young graduated from Johnston High School and then continued his education at Drake University. When he got out of college and realized how the Government impacted him he decided to head to Washington.
During the question and answer session Young talked to the students about lots of topics including, issues he is in charge of, what a day in his life looks like and the upcoming Presidential election.
He stated that he wants to take on the big issues that Americans are talking about and how he is optimistic about the future of our country.
“The students asked some good questions and David Young gave honest responses. He expressed a strong knowledge of the system and a willingness to work with all political minds. He also expressed a deep love for Iowa and his constituents here in the 3rd District,” said Gross.


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