Recently, a State Representative has sponsored a one-day trip to Tallahassee for some of Tampa’s young men. The trip took place during spring break.

During the trip, the young men had the opportunity to visit two college campuses. The youngsters are all members of the Men of Vision Mentoring Organization founded by Hillsborough County School teacher Ross Anderson.

This marks the fourth year that State Representative Betty Reed has sponsored the event. During their visit, the young men had the opportunity to witness passing of legislation and tour the campuses of both Florida A & M University and Florida State University.

Anderson further said, “I look forward to taking the young men to the State Capitol each year so they can see the process of how laws are passed that affect them. They must take an active role in state government when they turn 18 years old as well as exercise their voting rights.”

Pictured: Students who visited Tallahassee enjoyed lunch with State Representative Betty Reed. Cason Beard, Henry Tillman, Rep. Betty Reed, and Terrance Dorsey are shown seated. Standing from left to right are: Lamar Wood, Marqaviuos Hamilton, Rahjae Clark, Charles Davis, Dontavious Sims, Chris Webb, Shyheem Barthel, and Kezio Snelling.