LETTERS FROM YOUR LEADERS

Fellow Statesmen,
Welcome to the 2012 ORV Fall State: Crafting a More Perfect Union: A Nation in Transition!
This is our first, major overnight convention of the year and I couldnt be more excited! Seeing the
progress, growth, and enthusiasm so far this year has been so inspiring. Coming back from our
most attended One-Day conference in ORV history, it is exciting to see those same individuals
attend the convention this weekend. After this years election, many people are wondering, What
next? This weekend we will be looking towards the future and debating the issues that will lay the
groundwork for our country in the coming years. Through incorporating new debate styles,
activities such as the Mock Supreme Court case, and thoughtful discussion, ORVers should walk
away from this experience with a better understanding of what our future will look like and how we
can come together as a nation to create a more perfect union. I challenge each and every one of
you to step outside of your comfort zone and get involved. Speak on a debate topic that you are
passionate about, make a new friend, and create memories that will last a life time. JSA is what
you make it. Take the next step, ORV, and empower yourselves as statesmen. I look forward to
speaking with you all this weekend!! Meet new friends, debate, and have fun!
Warmly,
Jordan Dicken
Ohio River Valley Governor
Fellow Statesmen,
After what was perhaps the longest interim between conventions in the history of the ORV,
Fall State 2012 is finally here! As I have prepared for Fall State, I've come to realize the true depth
of our resurgence. At the end of last year, the IRS department was barely able to scrap together
35 tax-paid chapters, which was itself a vast improvement from the year before. Within the first
few months, we have blown by 35 chapters, and for the first time in several years, the ORV is just
a few chapters shy of setting a new ORV record for most chapters in a single year. Several mayors
already have expansion chapters they hope to add at Winter Congress, further boosting our total
amount of chapters to what will certainly be a historic year for the Ohio River Valley. But this
fantastic effort on the part of the mayors must be matched with renewed vigor in each chapter if
the ORV is to match this rise in chapters with a increase in tax-paid members. I beseech each and
every one of you, from the experienced three year senior to the freshman attending his first
convention, don't allow your Chapter President to struggle with this burden alone. The growth of a
chapter is a team effort where a leader and members of diverse interests, social groups, and skills
are needed for JSA to become successful.
With that said, I invite you to buckle your seat belt as we begin the inaugural convention of
a promising year in the Ohio River Valley.
Sincerely,
Tim Kocher
Ohio River Valley Lieutenant Governor
My fellow ORVers,
Im so glad you could all make it to Fall State! I hope you are as excited as I am to get
started with our first major convention of the year. The efforts made by all of our departments to
make this convention both well-attended and exciting are truly admirable. The topics well be
discussing over the course of this weekend are not only thought-provoking, but extremely relevant
with the presedential election having recently taken place, our country will experience many
changes in the next few years. To truly craft a more perfect union, we must all be willing to work
together despite our differences to tackle the challenges we face. JSA gives us the chance to do
just that. I urge you to to keep an open mind and try to learn something new as you participate in
debates.
Yours,
Kayla Kavanaugh
Ohio River Valley Convention Coordinator

AGENDA AT A GLANCE
Saturday, December 8, 2012:
REGISTRATION ................................................................................................
..........................8:00 AM
OPENING SESSION/KEYNOTE
SPEAKER...............................................................................10:30 AM
BLOCK
ONE ................................................................................................................
.............11:05 AM
Thought Talk: What will be the role of third parties in American politics?
Traditional: Resolved, that the national debt will be the biggest threat to American
national security
Speed Chess: Resolved, that a two state solution is the only peaceful resolution for the
Middle East.
Teacher Advisor Meeting
LUNCH.............................................................................................................
....................... 11:55 AM
BLOCK
TWO......................................................
.........1:15 PM
Traditional: Resolved, that national security takes legal precedence over individual
liberties.
Thought Talk: What is the role of religion in democracy?
Traditional: Resolved, that Congress should repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable
Care Act.
Council of Chapter Presidents Meeting
BLOCK
THREE.............................................................................................................
................2:15 PM
Four Corners: Resolved, that No Child Left Behind is abolished. Resolved, that the US
school system model Finlands (both will be discussed).
Thought Talk: Which is the better solution to the Eurozone Debt Crisis, austerity or
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stimulus?
M-W Speed Chess: Resolved, that the US aid all international uprisings supporting
democracy.
BLOCK FOUR..........................................
.........................3:15 PM
Speed Chess: Resolved, that a moratorium be placed on hydraulic fracking across the
US.
Traditional: Resolved, that Google be prohibited from holding search records for any
amount of time.
Traditional: Resolved, that Congress pass a ban on the sale and possession of
automatic assault rifles.Thought Talk: Can absolute free speech endanger government
stability?
BLOCK
FIVE......................................................
.............4:15 PM
Traditional: Resolved, that the United States freeze public college tuition growth
through 2020.
Thought Talk: Does income inequality pose a threat to our democratic society?
Mock Trial: Supreme Court Case Fisher v. University of Texas
DINNER/KEY
DISTRIBUTION..................................................................................................
.....5:10 PM

AGENDA AT A GLANCE
CHAPTER
CAUCUS...........................................................................................................
...........8:00 PM
EVENING
ACTIVITIES/DANCE............................................................................................
..........9:15 PM
CURFEW...........................................................................................................
.......................12:15 AM
Sunday, December 9, 2012:
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CHECKOUT/LUGGAGE
STORAGE................................................................................................8:00
AM
BLOCK
SIX........................................................
..........9:05 AM
Traditional: Resolved, that marriage be legally defined as the union between one man
and one woman.
Traditional: Resolved, that medical marijuana be legalized nationally.
Traditional: Resolved, that all national funding for Planned Parenthood be eliminated.
BLOCK
SEVEN.............................................................................................................
............. 10:05 AM
Speed Chess: Resolved, that the death penalty be abolished.
M-W Speed Chess: Resolved, that the US has regained international respect.
Traditional: Resolved, that the act of lobbying is made illegal.
BLOCK EIGHT..........................................
.....................11:05 AM
Speed Chess: Resolved, that the Electoral College is disbanded.
Traditional: Resolved, that filibustering in the US Congress is barred.
Traditional Debate: Resolved, that the US openly condemn Chinas human rights
violations.
CLOSING
SESSION..........................................................................................................
..........12:05 PM

DETAILED AGENDA
Saturday, December 8, 2012
Registration/Luggage Storage
Registration Desk/Monroe
8:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Opening Session
West Chester I, II, & III, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Opening Remarks and Conference Rules

Block One
11:05 AM to 11:50 AM
Thought Talk: What will be the role of third parties in American politics?
West Chester VI
Moderator: Winston Underwood, Dublin Scioto High School
For years, our country has run on the two-party system, with the main contenders for
political positions being either Republicans or Democrats. For this years election,
however, there were five third party runners for president on ballots in Ohio. In light of
the rise of these parties, the question must be asked: Will there be a role of third parties
in American politics, and, if so, what will that role be?
Traditional Debate: Resolved, that the national debt will be the largest threat
to American national security.
West Chester V
Pro: Anushree Vora, The Seven Hills Upper School
Con: CJ Kronk, Pickerington North High School
Moderator: Maggie Bender, Avon Lakes High School
American national security has long been a crucial issue in our country, especially post
9/11. Much of the talk centering on security is focused on terrorism and like issues, but a
national debt of over 16 trillion dollars demands attention. With this, can we consider our
debt to be the largest threat to our national security?
Pro:
1. Without a stable economy, there can be no national security.
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2. Other nations may stop trusting and acknowledging Americas power because of such
massive debt, making us more vulnerable to attacks.
3. The debt, which continues to grow with no intentions of stopping, is growing out of
control and may end up throwing us into a long economic depression.
Con:
1. The national debt cannot physically harm American citizens.
2. While economic downturns are difficult to recover from, security issues, such as those
that rose from 9/11, are even more difficult to pull through, as they are deliberate attacks
on our nation.
3. As all big threats can cause our country mass amounts of worry and harm, no threat
can technically be considered the largest.
Speed Chess: Resolved, that a two state solution is the only peaceful resolution
for the Middle East.
West Chester IV
Pro: Matthew Burger, Fairfield High School
Con: Pranav Pamidigantam, Dublin Coffman High School
Moderator: Rohit Joshi, Dublin Coffman High School
For such continuous unrest between the Jews and Palestinian Arabs in the Middle East, a
solution is constantly being sought after. The solution, according to President Barack
Obama, is two states, living side by side in peace and security. This two-state solution
would establish an independent Palestinian state with different borders, citizenships, etc.,
from Israel.
Pro:
1. All other proposed solutions would end violently.
2. Compromise is crucial to the end of unrest.
3. While this solution does not allow both parties to have all they desire, it does give
them each freedom and security.
Con:
1. It would be necessary for the long-fighting Israel and Palestinian authorities to work
together.
2. With all of the negotiations that would need to be made, it would not end up being a
peaceful solution.
3. While it may be a peaceful solution, it is not necessarily the only peaceful solution.
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Teacher Advisor Meeting

Tri-County Room

Lunch
11:55 AM to 1:15 PM

Block Two
1:15 to 2:10
Traditional Debate: Resolved, that national security takes legal precedence
over individual liberties.
West Chester IV
Pro: Tanna Green, Fairfield High School
Con: Dylan Bickers, Dublin Scioto High School
Moderator: Lydia Felty, New Knoxville High School
America, from its beginning, has been largely based on individual rights and liberties,
many of which are protected in our Constitution. Despite this, the matter of national
security is still at hand. Can hindering individual liberties to help with the nations
security be justified, or are our liberties too big a part of our daily lives to be taken away?
Pro:
1. The country is bigger than an individuals liberties.
2. If the nation is not secure, individual liberties will not exist anyway.
3. It is the duty of Americans to protect their country, despite personal costs.
Con:
1. America, being based on rights and liberties, will be changed too dramatically if rights
are hindered, even for a matter such as national security.
2. National security being over individual liberties is unconstitutional.
3. Our liberties have been fought for time and time again. To negate the lives lost for the
cause would be a step backward for our nation.
Thought Talk: What is the role of religion in democracy?
West Chester VI
Moderator: CJ Kronk, Pickerington North High School
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Democracy is a government of the people, by the people, and for the people. The people,
as a whole, have religious beliefs, whether those beliefs be specific or not. As one nation
under God and with the protection of freedom of religion laid out in the first amendment,
American democracy is interlaced with religion. This religion does play a role in
democracy, but what exactly is that role?
Traditional Debate: Resolved, that Congress should repeal the Patient
Protection and Affordable Care Act (Obamacare).
West Chester V
Pro: Hank Worster, Upper Arlington High School
Con: Tanna Green, Fairfield High School
Moderator: Michael Lakomy, Badin High School
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, more commonly known as Obamacare,
became a law in March of 2010. This law, through various phases, will end up requiring
individuals, with few exceptions, to have health insurance by 2014. Employers with over
fifty employees may, depending on circumstances, be subject to penalties if they do not
provide insurance or their insurance does not meet certain standards. The law also
includes provisions on issues such as abortion and assisted suicide. In June of 2012, the
law was declared constitutional in the Supreme Court by a vote of 5-4 with Chief Justice
John Roberts saying, The Affordable Care Acts requirement that certain individuals pay a
financial penalty for not obtaining health insurance may reasonably be characterized as a
tax. Because the Constitution permits such a tax, it is not our role to forbid it, or to pass
upon its wisdom or fairness.
Pro:
1. Forcing individuals to have health insurance is a violation of personal liberties.
2. Part of the law requires religiously based organizations to provide insurance coverage
against their faith.
3. The law was only declared constitutional by a 5-4 vote.
Con:
1. Health insurance is very beneficial and helps individuals avoid spending excessive
amounts of money on unexpected medical bills.
2. Obamacare forces health insurance to be more easily available for those who would
not have it otherwise.
3. The law has been declared constitutional.
Council of Chapter Presidents Meeting
See agenda on page 21.
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West Chester I, II, and III

Block Three
2:15 PM to 3:10
Four Corners:
Resolved, that No Child Left Behind is abolished.
Resolved, that the US school system model Finlands.
(both resolutions are to be discussed)
West Chester V
Moderator: Lydia Felty, New Knoxville High School
Finland has been ranked number one in education by many global institutes and its
students out score all other nations on standardized tests. Their schooling begins at a
thorough day-care program which is not mandatory. At age six pre-school is offered. At
age seven compulsory school attendances continue until age fifteen. At this age students
choose between higher academic or vocational studies, but are not required to.
Vocational studies end at age nineteen where they enter the work force. Academic
studies go into university or polytechnic which is higher level vocational much like
research and development. Only university students can obtain licentiate and doctoral
degrees, polytechnic can achieve bachelor and master degrees in certain cases. All of this
is publicly funded from day-care to graduate equivalents. Thus, is this viable in the US?
Thought Talk: Which is the better solution to the Eurozone Debt Crisis,
austerity or stimulus?
West Chester VI
Moderator: Gregory Sun, The Seven Hills Upper School
The European sovereign debt crisis, more commonly known as simply the Eurozone Debt
Crisis, has been making it difficult for governments in the euro area to repay debts
without third-party help. This, in turn, has lead to power shifts in European countries. With
the euro trading even higher than it was at the beginning of the crisis, a solution must be
found.
Mid-West Speed Chess: Resolved, that the United States aid all international
uprisings supporting democracy.
West Chester IV
Pro: Winston Underwood, Dublin Scioto High School
Con: Hank Worster, Upper Arlington High School
Moderator: Jahnavi Murali, Dublin Scioto High School

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Most Americans know of the international uprisings in countries such as Egypt and Libya,
and we all also enjoy the rights we citizens have, being part of a democracy. As those
uprisings are supportive of democracy, it is natural that the majority agree with the
countries turning to democracies. As an international superpower, should we be stepping
up and actually helping those countries, or do we need to step back and allow those
countries to settle matters for themselves?
Pro:
1. The United States must step in where democracy is concerned in order to make others
governments better representative of the people.
2. We have a reputation of helping those countries in need.
3. It is crucial that others be able to have the democratic rights that we enjoy.
Con:
1. We should focus on making our own country the best it can be before spending our
time and resources helping others.
2. Getting into business that does not directly affect us is unnecessary.
3. Helping these countries may end up hurting us.

Block Four
3:15 PM to 4:10 PM

Speed Chess: Resolved, that a moratorium be placed on hydraulic fracking

across the US.
West Chester IV
Pro: Ryan Huston, Upper Arlington High School
Con: Jonathan Kubesch, Fairfield High School
Moderator: Calvin Steber, Danville High School
Hydraulic fracturing is the propagation of fractures in a rock layer, as a result of the
action of a pressurized fluid. This method is used to allow easier access to natural gases
and petroleum sources. Proponents of hydraulic fracking point to the economic benefits
from vast amounts of formerly inaccessible hydrocarbons the process can extract.
Opponents, in turn, point to potential environmental impacts, including contamination of
groundwater, risks to air quality, the migration of gases and hydraulic fracturing
chemicals to the surface, surface contamination from spills and flowback and the health
effects of these. Should a moratorium be placed upon this controversial practice?
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Pro:
1. Fracking is harmful to the enviorment
2. Destroys the Coal industry
3. Not enough research has been done for us to so widely use it
Con:
1. Puts clean natural gas at a price advantage
2. Is a fast growing industry
3. Decreases foreign dependency on oil
Traditional Debate: Resolved, that Google be prohibited from holding search
records for any amount of time.
West Chester V
Pro: CJ Kronk, Pickerington North High School
Con: Rohit Joshi, Dublin Coffman High School
Moderator: Tanna Green, Fairfield High School
Statesmen, did you know that the internet web browser Google keeps a search
database of every search done on its web browser? Google claims that it does this to
crack down on pedophiles who would try to search for child pornography, and to have
clear evidence of their actions, but is this invasion of privacy too much? Does Google
really have the write to dig into your personal life, and keep record of each and every,
search you have done and could do?
Pro:
1. Violates right to privacy
2. Sets a dangerous precedent for the future
3. No clear results from allowing this
Con:
1. Provides another resource to investigators
2. Necessary to the personalization of Google
3. Data is Googles property, not the users
Traditional Debate: Resolved, that Congress pass a ban on the sale and
possession of automatic assault rifles.
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West Chester I, II, and III

Pro: Peter Xiong, Dublin Coffman High School
Con: Hank Worster, Upper Arlington High School
Moderator: Andrew McKinney, Danville High School
On September 13, 1994, Congress passed the Federal Assault Weapons Ban which, if you
couldnt guess, placed a ban on any firearm that fires automatically. Congress deemed
these weapons as more of a detriment to society than a positive. But in 2004, this ban
expired, removing the ban on assault rifles at the federal level. Fellow Statesmen, with
the current rise in shootings, is it time to renew this ban on Assault rifles? Or would that
action infringe on one of the core amendments in our Bill of Rights?
Pro:
1. These guns are not necessary to practical application
2. Directly related to crime rates
3. Decrease gun violence
Con:
1. Violates first amendment
2. Denies defense against those with assault weapons
3. Does not stop black market sales
Thought Talk: Can absolute free speech endanger government stability?
West Chester VI
Moderator: Peter Hansen, Benedictine High School
Under the first amendment in the Constitution, our right to free speech is protected. This
right is freely exercised daily, and absolute free speech, while usually harmless, can be
taken to extremes, as in the cases of the Westboro Baptist Church. In these cases, the
government has to decide whether to intervene or not, which can be a division point,
leading to instability. In addition, free speech protects the right to defamation of the
government, which can, again, lead to division and instability. On the other hand, free
speech allows for citizens to speak their minds on subjects, which government officials
can use to help the government.

Block Five
4:15 PM to 5:10 PM
Traditional Debate: Resolved, that the United States freeze public college
tuition growth through 2020.
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West Chester V
Pro: Gregory Sun, The Seven Hills Upper School
Con: Hank Worster, Upper Arlington High School
Moderator: Jahnavi Murali, Dublin Scioto High School
A current study shows that the college budget for an in-state public college for the 2011
2012 academic year averaged $21,447. A moderate budget at a private college averaged
$42,224. With the recent recession and job loss in the U.S., should our federal
government freeze the tuition growth through 2020, so as to allow more U.S. citizens a
chance at higher education? Or are higher tuitions a benefit to the economy?
Thought Talk: Does income inequality pose a threat to our democratic society?
West Chester VI
Moderator: Anushree Vora, The Seven Hills Upper School
The Occupy Wall Street movement brought to light an issue that has been forming since
the affluent society of the fifties. The rich are getting richer and everyone else poorer. The
rich in this case are what has been labeled the 1% members of society making millions to
billions of dollars. Income disparity has risen over the past four decades in which the
working class makes a little than they did then, but investors and very high level
management make a lot more. Has the disparity become too great?
Mock Trial: Supreme Court Case Fisher v. University of Texas
West Chester I, II, and III
Chief Justice: Andrew McKinney
Justices: Russell Meurer, Rohit Joshi, Tanna Green, Medha Choudhary, Michael Lakomy,
Winston Underwood, Maggie Bender, CJ Kronk
Attorneys: Zach Fletcher (Defending University of Texas), Daniel Labore (Defending
Plaintiff)
Participants will discuss the issue of affirmative action brought up in this trial while acting
as justices and lawyers.

Dinner and Key Distribution

5:10 PM to 7:50 PM

Chapter Caucus
West Chester I, II, & III, 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Evening Activities/Dance
9:15 PM to 12:00 AM
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EXTREME LIGHT SABER DUEL: West Chester VI

Dance: West Chester IV
Quiz Bowl: West Chester V

Curfew
12:15 AM

Sunday, December 9, 2012

Checkout/Luggage Storage
Monroe
8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Block Six
9:05 AM to 10:00 AM
Traditional Debate: Resolved, that marriage be legally defined as the union
between one man and one woman.
West Chester V
Pro: Tanna Green, Fairfield High School
Con: Maggie Bender, Avon Lakes High School
Moderator: Dylan Bickers, Dublin Scioto High School
Since the dawn of humanity, man has natural paired with woman. It is a primal instinct to
propagate our race, and that has become our social norm. But in the recent years a more
liberal outlook on marriage has been approached. A gradual transition has been made
from a Union of man and woman to a Union of two people who love each other. But is
this healthy for our society? Should marriage, in a legal sense, be defined as the union
between man and woman?
Pro:
1. Establish a clear national stance
2. Follows traditional moral values
3. Protects our societys morals
Con:
1. Discriminates against the homosexual community
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2. Is based on one set of morals not societies

3. Is unconstitutional
Traditional Debate: Resolved, that medical marijuana be legalized nationally.
West Chester IV
Pro: Winston Underwood, Dublin Scioto High School
Con: Rohan Nag, Martin Luther King High school
Moderator: Peter Hansen, Benedictine High School
Statesmen, the medicinal uses of marijuana cannot be denied. From stimulating hunger
in chemotherapy patients, to slowing the rate of growth of cancer cells, Marijuana has
undeniably positive benefits. But what of the social stigma that the word Marijuana
carries? What of those who only use the drug for a high, and would cheat the system to
do so? Would the legalization, on a national level, of marijuana for medicinal uses lead to
a universally accepted medicine, or still stay as a gateway drug to further addictions?
Pro:
1. Illegalization is not a deterrent from its use
2. Allows for closer regulation
3. Establishes another source of state tax revenue
Con:
1. Is a states issue
2. Is a known gateway drug
3. Carries adherent health risks
Traditional Debate: Resolved, that all national funding for Planned Parenthood
be eliminated.
West Chester VI
Pro: TBA
Con: Kayla Kavanaugh, The Seven Hills Upper School
Moderator: TBA
Planned Parenthood is currently the largest U.S. provider of reproductive health services,
including cancer screening, HIV screening and counseling, contraception, and abortion.
While Planned Parenthood provides many, many beneficial services, one cant help but
overlook the abortion aspect of their operations. But should the federal government fund
this organization? Can one nation under God fund the deaths of children, even though it
is accompanied by many positive services to society?
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Pro:
1. Is a huge federal expenditure
2. Is a form of national welfare
3. Provides abortions as a service
Con:
1. Provides many health services
2. Helps population control through contraception
3. Helps make sure adults are ready to be parents

Block Seven
10:05 AM to 11:00 AM
Speed Chess: Resolved, that the death penalty be abolished.
West Chester IV
Pro: Peter Xiong, Dublin Coffman High School
Con: Hank Worster, Upper Arlington High School
Moderator: Andrew Wang, Dublin Coffman High School
In the U.S., execution is currently legal in 37 of our 50 states. But recent studies have
shown that maybe capital punishment isnt the right choice. Through victims of capital
punishment being found innocent, to the sheer financial cost of the procedure, is capital
punishment worth the costs? Or is a quick, painless death a better alternative to a life
rotting in prison? Statesmen, you decide.
Pro:
1. Internationally frowned upon
2. It is not a deterrent to crime
3. The executed are not always guilty
Con:
1. Provides closure to victims families
2. It is just punishment for certain crimes and dangerous individuals
3. Should be left to states as it is now

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Mid-West Speed Chess: Resolved, that the US has regained international

respect.
West Chester V
Pro: Calvin Steber, Danville High School
Con: Jonathan Kubesch, Fairfield High School
Moderator: Landon Slangerup, Pickerington North High School
The steps and relations built and weakened over the past four years was highlight of the
Presidential debate. With citizens across America believing President Obama has regained
international respect by dealing through international bodies. Other citizens believe the
US has become weak and appears more timid since the Obama administration took
office. Who is right? Is America a little better off in some regions and weaker in others?
Pro:
1. We have a higher standing in UN
2. ASEAN nations support our shift to Pacific
3. The American populace is war weary
Con:
1. The US has sacrificed strength abroad
2. We appear weak to our foes
3. We cannot be trusted by our allies
Traditional Debate: Resolved, that the act of lobbying is made illegal.
West Chester VI
Pro: Winston Underwood, Dublin Scioto High School
Con: TBA
Moderator: Tim Kocher, Dublin Scioto High School
Between Super Pacs and big interest lobbying it seems the US is run by corporations.
Though lobbying is meant as a way for people with a common cause to voice their
opinions. Too often it is a political tool for big business who can afford to drown out the
little mans voice with money. Not much has been accomplished to protect political
leaders to be swayed by lobbyist. So, is it time we just outright ban them so our leaders
can get to leading rather than fundraising?
Pro:
1. Lobbying serves only big interest
2. Floods politics with money
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3. Corrupts the purpose of public servants

Con:
1. Allows organizations to influence legislation
2. Provides a route of pressuring leaders by the masses
3. Provides a check on government by the people

Block Eight
11:05 AM to 12:00 PM
Speed Chess: Resolved, that the Electoral College is disbanded.
West Chester V
Pro: Daniel Labore, Greenfield Central High School
Con: Dylan Bickers, Dublin Scito High School
Moderator: Maggie Bender, Avon Lakes High School
Several times in Americas history the popular vote has not reflected the Electoral
Colleges decision. Many have asked why we need such a body to elect our President.
While many contend it is a fundamental part of Americas past. We believe in a
representative democracy or a republic, but should our representatives choose our
leader?
Pro:
1. Communication has become faster
2. The peoples choice should be reflected
3. Creates winner takes all scenarios
Con:
1. Provides a check on the populace voting for someone mentally unfit
2. Sacred part of the US election process
3. Makes it clear who wins the election
Traditional Debate: Resolved, that filibustering in the US Congress is barred.
West Chester IV
Pro: Scott Crowder, Lakota East High School
Con: Andrew McKinney, Danville High School
Moderator: Calvin Steber, Danville High School
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Our nation is in a state of gridlock and unable to accomplish what needs to be done. This
problem is highlighted in both houses of congress where progress or legislation stopped
and delayed by opposition in the form of filibustering. A tactic that prolongs debate and
forces further action to be taken on legislation and can only be halted by a super majority.
Should the American people tolerate this delay tactic?
Pro:
1. Blocks passage of legislation.
2. Used by the minority party.
3. Does not solve the problem with legislation.
Con:
1. Is a founding part of the Constitution.
2. Prevents the tyranny of majority.
3. Allows for further discussion on certain legislation.
Traditional Debate: Resolved, that the United States openly condemn Chinas
human rights violations.
West Chester VI
Pro: Hank Worster, Upper Arlington High School
Con: Peter Xiong, Dublin Coffman High Schol
Moderator: Matthew Burger, Fairfield High School
In stark contrast to the rights and freedoms that citizens of the United States have,
citizens of China have many human rights violations. These violations include, but are not
limited to, limited religious practices, unsafe working conditions with unfair wages, lack of
child trafficking prevention, inadequate protection of the disabled, and censorship of the
internet. These conditions are direction violations of natural human rights, and the United
States cannot be expected to approve. However, no matter the position of our country,
should we openly condemn these policies?
Pro:
1. Condemning such atrocities will not hurt our public image, but help it.
2. All humans deserve to have certain rights.
3. Openly condemning violations can only prompt China in the right direction.
Con:
1. The condemnation of China will not necessarily prompt change in government policies.
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2. It is unnecessary to give other countries grounds for disapproval of us and our actions.
3. The differences between other countries and the US need to be accepted.

Closing Session
12:05 PM to 1:05 PM
Closing Remarks and Best Speaker Awards
Thanks so much for attending Fall State!

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THE COUNCIL OF CHAPTER

PRESIDENTS AGENDA
December 8th, 2012 at the Cincinnati Marriott North
Ohio River Valley Fall State 2012
Block 2
Tim Kocher, Chairman
I.
II.
III.
IV.

Roll call
Adoption of Agenda
Governor's Report
New Business
A. Amendment to Article V: Council of Chapter President of the ORV Constitution
B. Legislation confirming Cabinet appointments of the Governor
C. Legislation confirming district assignments for new chapters
D. Discussion Only: Legislation creating procedures for Council meetings

V. Opportunity for Chapter President motions not on the agenda

VI. Activism Department Presentation
VII.Question and Answer session on how to be the best Chapter President you can be
With the remaining time, the Council will divide into districts, where the Mayor of
each district will lead the discussion. There is no agenda for these discussions.

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CONVENTION RULES
1. All rules for school field trips prevail. Use of illegal drugs or alcohol is not permitted.
Students also will be punished if they are in a room where drugs or alcohol are present.
The use of tobacco products is not allowed. To ensure these rules are obeyed, the
Teacher/Advisor and The Junior Statesmen Foundation must approve the attendance of
each delegate. We reserve the right to deny any student the privilege of attending the
event.
2. At 7 p.m., students will meet with their Teacher/Advisor for roll call and may not leave
the hotel thereafter. At curfew, Teacher/Advisors will check delegates at their rooms.
Delegates must remain quietly in their own rooms after curfew. Pizza deliveries and room
service deliveries are not permitted after curfew. Delegates also are required to meet
with the Teacher/Advisor at other designated times.
3. Delegates MUST attend all conference activities.
4. At no time may young men and women be in each others' rooms.
5. Delegates may not leave the convention hotel without the permission of their
Teacher/Advisor. During meal times, with their Teacher/Advisor's permission, delegates
may leave the hotel to eat in designated areas. Under no circumstances are delegates to
leave the hotel after 8:00 p.m.
6. Delegates must wear their name tags above the waist in a visible location at all times.
7. All students assigned to a room are responsible for any charges made to the room. All
students assigned to a room are also responsible for the condition of the room. No
outside phone calls can be made from student hotel rooms. Room service and other items
may not be charged to a students room. No delegate may change rooms without the
permission of The Junior Statesmen staff members at the event. The hotel staff will house
four students in each room with two large double beds.
8. No student may drive a car to the convention or ride in a student driven car during the
convention.
9. Visitors are not allowed in the convention hotel. Delegates are not allowed to associate
with any visitor who is not an official guest of the Junior Statesmen program.
10. Students are expected to dress appropriately. Delegates should respect the rights of
other hotel guests and not do anything to damage the reputation of the Junior Statesmen
program. Students must not open or throw anything out of windows. Students must stay
off balconies.
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11. Students should not bring expensive items to the convention. Valuable items must be
stored in the hotel safe or with the bellmen. The Junior State/The Junior State Foundation
are not responsible for items stored in a luggage storage area. No large radios or portable
stereos are allowed.
12. Delegates or delegations that are sent home for conduct problems WILL NOT RECEIVE
A REFUND.
13. Delegates and their parents agree that The Junior State may use any photographs or
video taken during the convention for promotional purposes.

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RESTAURANT GUIDE
RiverCity Grille
Onsite hotel restaurant/ lounge
Applebees
.1 miles from hotel
1-513-942-4074
Bob Evans
.1 miles from hotel
1-513-874-2521
Buffalo Wild Wings
.2 miles from hotel
1-513-942-9464
Max and Ermas
.2 miles from hotel
1-513-942-2545
Mitchells Fish Market
.2 miles from hotel
1-513-779-5292
Salsaritas
.2 miles from hotel
1-513-860-2920
Jags (only open for dinner)
.5 miles from hotel
1-513-860-5353
Unos Pizzeria
.5 miles from hotel
1-513-942-6646
PF Changs
1 mile from hotel
1-513-779-5555
Bravo! Cucina Italiana
1 mile from hotel
1-513-759-9398
Roadhouse Grill
1 mile from hotel
1-513-860-0994
Champps Restaurant & Bar
1 mile from hotel
1-513-860-0994

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What isWinter Congress?

Every year, hundreds of students from all over the country gather in Washington DC
to discuss current events and major political issues. As a delegate, you serve as a
representative in either a mock House of Representatives or Senate where you have
the opportunity to debate and pass bills written by yourself and your fellow attendees.
Additionally, youll get the chance to sight-see in our nations capital where you can
visit the heart of the United States government.
The Ohio River Valley will be joined by the Midwest and Southeast districts at the
Doubletree Hotel (Crystal City).
What are the dates?
The convention will run from February 15 to February 17, 2013. The registration fee
is $185 for members.
For more information about registration, talk to your Chapter President.
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2013 JSA Summer School

GEORGETOWN | PRINCETON | STANFORD
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA | BEIJING, CHINA

Georgetown University
Washington, D.C.
Session I: June 16 - July 7, 2013
Session II: July 14 - Aug. 4, 2013

Princeton University
Princeton, NJ
July 7 - July 28, 2013

JSA Summer School students attending a program at

Georgetown University experience a unique combination
of rigorous academics and hands-on learning in our
nations capitol. During three intense weeks, the study of
government is enriched by a high level Speakers Program
and nightly student debates.

Students attending our sessions at Princeton explore the

world of politics while enjoying the scholarly environment
of an Ivy League university. With a speakers program and
a cultural trip held
in New York City, students interact with leaders in
various fields and can choose from a variety of
recreational activities.

Stanford University
Palo Alto, CA
June 30 - July 21, 2013

University of Virginia

In the heart of Silicon Valley, the world-famous

campus forms a backdrop to 3 intense weeks of
political study and debate. Palm trees, red-tiled roofs
and 70 degree sunny days welcome Summer School
students to Stanford University along with an
outstanding faculty and an ideal learning
environment.

Charlottesville, VA
AP U.S. HISTORY PROGRAM` June 29 - Aug.
3, 2013

Capitol Normal University

Beijing, China
June 26 - July 21, 2013

The 2012 edition of U.S. News & World Report ranks UVA
as the
2nd best public university in the U.S. and the
overall 24th best university in the nation. Founded
by Thomas Jefferson in 1819
with assistance from James Madison and James Monroe,
there is no better place to undertake a 5 week long study
of U.S. History.

The program offers a course in Chinese History and

Government and an introductory Chinese Language
course. Special activities include a day hike along the
Great Wall, a trip to the historic city of Xian, service
learning opportunities, a cultural exchange program with
local Chinese students, and, of course, an interactive
guest speakers program.

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