WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, U.S. Senator Angus King welcomed Zachary Duperry of Portland and Carolyn Liziewski of Gray, to the U.S. Capitol. Zachary and Carolyn are Maine’s delegates to the 52^nd Annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP). They, and 104 other students from across the country, are spending the week in Washington to study the American political process first-hand.

“It was great to meet Zachary and Carolyn and congratulate them on this tremendous honor,” said Senator King. “The Senate Youth Program is wonderful opportunity for young students from across the country to learn how the federal government works first-hand and to engage with each other on issues important to the country. I am proud that Maine has two such impressive young people representing our state. ”

The USSYP, founded in 1962, is fully funded by the William Randolph Hearst Foundation with the goal of raising awareness among young Americans about role of the federal government and the importance of our democratic process. During their week in Washington, the students will visit Capitol Hill, the White House, the Pentagon, the State Department, and the Supreme Court. They will also meet with Senators, cabinet officials, and other government leaders. Delegates also receive a $5,000 college scholarship to help them pursue their future ambitions. 

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