Politics can often be perceived as too controversial or sensitive for a high school campus. The Young Democrats and the Young Republicans clubs are two political organizations at Hill that foster a safe, yet dynamic, environment for political discussion, and enable students to openly discuss their political opinions. Both Hill’s political student clubs work toward fostering a healthy environment for political discourse and behavior that are essential to the continuation of a diverse school.
YOUNG DEMOCRATS Statement by Hilton Johnson ’25, President of Young Democrats Club
The Young Democrats Club proudly endorses Kamala Harris for President of the United States. She is the leader we believe America wholeheartedly needs in a critical election where human rights, bodily autonomy, financial equity and freedom, and the future of our great nation hangs in the balance.
A leader who has shown her willingness to uphold the integrity of our democracy, to serve the best interests of all Americans in her heart, and push the United States of America forward in a time where so many are fighting for regression, we believe that Vice President Harris is fully equipped with the aptitude necessary for the grand undertaking that is president of the world’s greatest nation.
We believe in a nation where women are not betrayed by their government, where the working class is given policies that will strengthen them more than it will the wealthy elites of the country. We believe in a country where the foundation of our democracy cannot be destroyed, in any way, for personal gain. Given our beliefs, we recognize that Vice President Harris is our nations’ best choice in taking the steps necessary in forming the nation we believe all Americans deserve to live in.
We recognize the threat that Trump’s Project 2025 poses on the American people, and its appalling objective of undermining the democracy of our nation. Given the reality of this attack on our nation’s values and institutions, we implore everyone to join us in the battle for the future of our nation. We are fighting for a nation of prosperity and peace, and against one of political regression.
YOUNG REPUBLICANS CLUB Statement by Constantine Kontes ’25, Co-president of Young Republicans Club
The Young Republicans Club at the Hill School officially endorses Donald J. Trump for President of the United States, understanding that his leadership and policy will firmly support the best interests of our Great Nation in moving closer to the goals aligned closely with the Republican Party. We are fully committed to promoting Conservative values and supporting the candidate who champions the important values of economic prosperity, National Security, and ever-important individual liberties.