The Boys State Party Conventions are a pivotal moment for civic engagement, where Citizens will debate and vote on party platforms shaping West Virginia’s future. The Federalist Party prioritizes economic growth through infrastructure investment, deregulation, healthcare competition, and agricultural support. The Nationalist Party focuses on public welfare, environmental preservation, and economic renewal, advocating for water safety inspections, tourism promotion, nuclear energy expansion, marijuana legalization, and medical research funding. These conventions provide Boys State Citizens with a firsthand experience in democratic governance and leadership. Stay tuned for key developments as the event unfolds!

As we remember Jerry West, we celebrate not just a basketball icon, but a Mountaineer who exemplified the spirit of Boys State—leadership, community, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Rest in peace, Jerry West, the “Men of Tomorrow” will continue to be inspired by your story.

After two sessions and a total of three hours of exciting caucuses, the Nationalists and Federalists finalized their platform. Both parties have similar ideas such as legalization of recreational marijuana and drug testing for citizens on welfare; furthermore, the parties did not have any conflicting planks between the two platforms. Below are the complete list of planks for each party from young men at the 2014 Mountaineer Boys State.

THE NATIONALIST PARTY PLATFORM

Greetings! The Nationalist Party has drafted a platform that can appeal to all Boys States citizens. Our party truly believe that by investing in our Boys State, we can accomplish common-sense objectives as set forth in our platform. Our party will remain unified moving forward, because we can only succeed when we all work together. Again, please review our platform and consider supporting our Nationalist candidates in the General Election.

With Regards,

Bradley Firchow

Nationalist Party Chairman

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