There are so many roles available at MGA: Lobbyists, Bill Patrons, Senators, and the Youth Governor, just to name a few. These participants may have significant jobs, but it is also important to focus on the people who keep things running smoothly behind the scenes. They are the people who often go unnoticed in their hard work. The Youth Governor’s Page, Abigail Aldridge, is a shining example of this, as her relationship with the Youth Governor is a key part of what holds MGA together.
Abigail is essentially Youth Governor Sexauer’s personal assistant. She helps organize and sort the information that the Youth Governor receives. When the Youth Governor needs to speak to a Bill Patron for further understanding of their legislation, Abigail brings the Bill Patron to her. In the past weeks before MGA, she’s been preparing for open discussions with Sexauer and conversing over email to establish plans. According to Abigail, this role has shown her that “a lot more goes on behind the scenes” than she had thought before. This role has allowed her to speak with many important people at MGA, and has shown how real MGA is in comparison to the government.
What is involved in being the Youth Governor’s Page?
I’m going to assist the Youth Governor this year. I’m going to help go get things for her, like get Bill Patrons, so she can further understand the bills.
What specific plans do you have for the next two days?
To assist her and help her in any way she needs.
How has this role changed your perspective on MGA?
I was nervous to come here, was a quiet person, and expected just to sit by. I’ve been been put into action and I have to talk to people I’ve never talked to. I’ve realized it’s a pretty big deal, because I’m basically in our real government for a couple of days.
What have you learned from this experience?
I’ve learned that a lot goes on behind the scenes, and that all of the cabinet and the governor really do put in a lot of work and prepare a lot.
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