JACKSON- State Auditor Stacey Pickering met with delegates to the Mississippi American Legion’s Boys State on Wednesday, May 28, where he discussed the importance of having dreams, selecting mentors and not being afraid to “fall forward” when working towards their dreams.

Following his speech, Auditor Pickering met with delegates from Jones County.

Pictured with State Auditor Stacey Pickering are Charles Willis “Will” Pickering III (formerly of Jones County), Justin Sumrall, Tyler Zugg, Robbie Jefcoat, Daniel Rose, William Triplett, Shawn Myrick, Joel Smith, Zeke Baucum, Justin McAndrews and Brett Moss, all delegates to the American Legion Boys State from Jones County.

Established in 1939, Mississippi American Legion Boys State gives young Mississippians a better understanding of how elections and state government work in Mississippi. They experience hands-on learning in the mythical state of Magnolia. From actually campaigning in a party primary to making sure that they get legislation passed that benefits their city, the young men who participate leave Boys State with a better idea of how democracy works in state and local government.

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