Utah Boys State: Shane Krauser Returns as Featured Speaker
Shane Krauser is a nationally-renowned educator, a constitutional expert, and a youth speaker.
Ogden, Utah, United States - Shane Krauser returned for his fourth consecutive appearance at the prestigious, five-day youth leadership conference held at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah.
Utah Boys State is a top-tier symposium emphasizing leadership, civics, and political engagement. Collaborating with Weber State University's Political Science Department, the American Legion Utah Boys State program offers an exceptional educational experience, equipping young people with a deep understanding of the political principles that shape America.
During the program, students learn about the rights, privileges, duties, and responsibilities of citizenship. The training is hands-on with students elected by their peers to manage city, county, and state governments.
The program features activities such as legislative sessions, court proceedings, law enforcement demonstrations, assemblies, musical performances by bands and choruses, and recreational activities. Shane Krauser was, once again, a highlighted presenter at this year's June 2025 event.
Since 2021, Shane Krauser has been a staple with the program. During his presentation, he takes the students through a variety of scenarios, allows for debate and discussion, and highlights the underlying principle at stake. Krauser values the intensity of these discussions, as they mirror real-world challenges.
Dr. Ninzel Rasmuson, the Executive Director of Utah Boys State, said, "Shane Krauser's ability to interact with the Utah Boys State 2025 class was a masterful blend of scholarly insight and articulate exposition. His capacity to engage with the citizens and debate issues was impactful as he conveyed complex constitutional principles significantly enriching the citizens' understanding. As staff, we are grateful for his invaluable contribution to the academic discourse on constitutional law, governance, and civic education.'
Boys State, held annually in all fifty states, draws some of the most driven and committed students from high schools throughout the nation.
Notable Boys State alumni include President Bill Clinton, political commentator Hugh Hewitt, General Wesley Clark (U.S. Army), U.S. Senator Tom Cotton (AR), U.S. Senator Trent Lott (MS), Governor Bruce Babbitt (AZ), U.S. Senator Joe Lieberman (CT), NFL player Hines Ward (Pittsburgh Steelers), NBA coach Phil Jackson, NBA player Michael Jordan, U.S. Senator Mike Lee (UT), musician Jon Bon Jovi, political consultant James Carville, political commentator Rush Limbaugh, and many other distinguished individuals.
Shane Krauser, the director of Veritas Debate Academy, remarked, 'These young people are our future, and my heart is filled with optimism as I interact with them. They care deeply about America, cherish her principles, and are eager to take action to safeguard freedom. I feel privileged to contribute to their understanding of the crucial role they can play in upholding the flame of liberty during this crucial time in history.'
With over 3,000 speaking engagements throughout the United States and countries like Mexico, Peru, and Canada, Shane Krauser draws on his extensive experience and impressive credentials to educate and motivate young men.
Krauser served as a felony prosecutor with the Maricopa County Attorney's Office in Phoenix, Arizona for 12 years. He later transitioned from government work to become a partner at one of Arizona's leading law firms, where he worked as a criminal defense consultant. Additionally, Krauser taught constitutional and criminal law as an adjunct professor for over ten years. As a speaker, he has shared the stage with individuals such as Glenn Beck, Ron Paul, David Barton, and many others.
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