Graham High School - Graham Yearbook (Bluefield, VA)

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Campaign manager Mike Campbell discusses his candidate’s platform with Common People Party members William Adams and Ronnie Summers. have decided to make their entrance with a differ- ent kind of approach using a style that is all their own. The cooperation of each student and the fac- ulty serves as a valuable learning experience in the field of political activities. The different cam- -paigns and the way each student handles the dem- -onstration, adds a touch of individualism to each person. On the national level, a school poll gave Ronald Reagan a 55.4% margin over Jimmy Car- ter. The history classes conducted the latter poll. Not only did they make the mock election a learn- ing experience, but they also made it much fun. Various students enthusiastically support candi- Haun, Janine Bertel, Mary Ruth Harmon an dates of the Citizens for Action Party by displaying Sherry Bailey reflect the spirit the election has on party buttons, hats and signs. Sue Kinder, Ginger the participants. Mock Election 29

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Our Mock Election Is for Real: We Have the Future — a Vote! The convention was the culminating activity of three weeks preparations and study of the American election process. From party primaries to selection of del- egates to the actual campaigning and speech making at the convention, the American Government, American His- Keeping with tradition, Donna Moore opens the mock election, held during the first six weeks, by singing the ‘Star Spangled Banner.” = 3 While preparing for the mock election, Virginia’s Senator Danny Byrd speaks with members of the student body after making a speech on the many 28 Mock Election Successful Senatorial candidate Donnie Tabor and his aides, Cindy Ayscue and Susan Baker, tory and Humanities classes viewed the intricacies of the election process first hand. The parties involved in the elec- tion were Citizens for Action, the Long- riders and the Common Party. Each party was allowed to present its candi- dates and platforms. via b OS a receive congratulations from constituents. aspects of the election process. Senator Byrd gives Melanie Jones some helpful hints for her upcom- ing campaign in the election. “Won't you ride in my little red wagon,” grins Donnie Tabor, Senatorial candidate from the Citi- zens for Action Party, hoping to gain office if he is elected. Karen Williamson does her bit to insure a winning ticket as she prepares to present Donnie to the enthusiastic voters. On hand to give the opening ploy is Melanie Jones on unicycle, while Cynthia Williams does her share to assure safe passage to the auditorium, arena of the political festivities. As everyone knows political parties go to great lengths to help their candidates who are running for office. We can see that these people

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30 Leading the mighty G-Men onto the slippery field, brilliant aerial attack sparked our victory over the Chuck Richardson is surrounded by cheerleaders Lebanon Pioneers, a new Southwest District oppo- and majorettes who cheer him on. Eddie Neel’s nent. ae soaaraias i ee ive] Beth Ann Blankenship and David Watson dance Loyal fans huddle together under raincoats, ing of the 1980-81 Homecoming Queen. Even the the night away at the annual homecoming dance, umbrellas, and blankets to watch the game against pouring rain cannot keep the Big G Marching sponsored by the National Honor Society. the Lebanon Pioneers and to await the announc- Band from performing. ale Providing protection for Eddie Neel as he pre- Chris Morris muscle up the Lebanon Pioneers. pery field accounted for fumbles and missed con- pares to hand off the ball, Mark Cundiff comes Always on hand to give that needed push for extra nections, but the G-Men make Homecoming a around his right side, while Jimmy Bailey and yardage are John Davis and Ricky Mulkey. A slip- special event with a win of 28-20. Homecoming