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CONGRATULATING FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL ON WINNING THE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL MOCK TRIAL CHAMPIONSHIP

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On 2018-10-05, Representative Adam Smith (D-WA-9) delivered a floor speech titled "CONGRATULATING FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL ON WINNING THE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL MOCK TRIAL CHAMPIONSHIP" in the House. The speech addressed the environment and also covered trade policy.

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CONGRATULATING FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL ON WINNING THE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL MOCK TRIAL CHAMPIONSHIP

Congressional Record, Volume 164 Issue 166 (Friday, October 5, 2018) [Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 166 (Friday, October 5, 2018)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1370] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CONGRATULATING FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL ON WINNING THE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL MOCK TRIAL CHAMPIONSHIP ______ HON. ADAM SMITH of washington in the house of representatives Friday, October 5, 2018 Mr. SMITH of Washington. Mr Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Franklin High School's Mock Trial team on winning the 2018 National High School Mock Trial Championship. The 2018 championships saw teams from high schools all across the country. Passionate students from over 40 states, the Mariana Islands, Guam, and South Korea met in Nevada, and presented their meticulously crafted legal arguments to a judge in hopes of convincing a jury to sympathize with their side. These students prepare for weeks in advance to put together their case and, given the importance of the justice system, it is encouraging to see teenagers show such enthusiasm to participate in it. Having worked as a prosecutor myself, I know the amount of preparation that is needed to effectively present your argument. The fact that these students have been nationally recognized for their ability to do so speaks to the bright future ahead of them. This is the third time a mock trial team from Washington State has earned the national title--two of those times have been Franklin High School. I have no doubt that these students all have promising careers to look forward to. Mr. Speaker, it is with great honor that I recognize Franklin High School's extraordinary achievement, and its students for their dedication to the legal system. ____________________

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CONGRATULATING FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL ON WINNING THE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL MOCK TRIAL CHAMPIONSHIP Congressional Record, Volume 164 Issue 166 (Friday, October 5, 2018) [Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 166 (Friday, October 5, 2018)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1370] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CONGRATULATING FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL ON WINNING THE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL MOCK TRIAL CHAMPIONSHIP ______ HON. ADAM SMITH of washington in the house of representatives Friday, October 5, 2018 Mr. SMITH of Washington. Mr Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Franklin High School's Mock Trial team on winning the 2018 National High School Mock Trial Championship. The 2018 championships saw teams from high schools all across the country. Passionate students from over 40 states, the Mariana Islands, Guam, and South Korea met in Nevada, and presented their meticulously crafted legal arguments to a judge in hopes of convincing a jury to sympathize with their side. These students prepare for weeks in advance to put together their case and, given the importance of the justice system, it is encouraging to see teenagers show such enthusiasm to participate in it. Having worked as a prosecutor myself, I know the amount of preparation that is needed to effectively present your argument. The fact that these students have been nationally recognized for their ability to do so speaks to the bright future ahead of them. This is the third time a mock trial team from Washington State has earned the national title--two of those times have been Franklin High School. I have no doubt that these students all have promising careers to look forward to. Mr. Speaker, it is with great honor that I recognize Franklin High School's extraordinary achievement, and its students for their dedication to the legal system. ____________________