During a visit Wednesday at the Dolores school campus, U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert encouraged students to realize their worth and not settle for less than their value.

“Some people may even say that you are our nation’s future,” she said. “I disagree. You are not the future. You are the thing that you are participating in right now.”

After being introduced by student body president Ethen Robson, Boebert thanked the school for allowing her to speak with students, saying it is important for young people to understand their rights and liberties in this country, and that their voice does indeed make a difference.

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