By Garrett Hall
Louisiana’s 5th District U.S.. Congresswoman Julia Letlow joined the Ruston Girl Scouts to kick off the first of two spring meetings.
During the course of these two meetings, the Girl Scouts will learn about democracy and why it is important. Letlow was invited to show how government works and also to share the importance of having ladies in leadership in our region and our country.
Letlow interacted with the Girl Scouts during her time with them, the girls asked Letlow questions. She also shared her story on what led her to Washington, D.C. The Girl Scouts sat in a circle with Letlow learning about her family, her job and her role representing the 5th District.
The scouts and their families really enjoyed visiting and learning from Letlow, according to scout leader, Ashley Turner.
“The goal of Girl Scouts is to raise girls of courage, confidence and character,” Turner said. “Getting to meet Julia, our girls saw a woman in national leadership who exemplifies all of those qualities.”
Letlow said it was a joy to visit Troop 11 in Ruston.
“The Girl Scouts is an amazing organization that does incredible work across our country and Louisiana’s 5th District,” Letlow said. “I hope my story can show girls and young women that there is a path for them in government if they so choose.”
The Girl Scouts did not let Letlow leave empty handed. They presented her with a badge and some Raspberry Rally Girl Scout cookies to try.
Girl Scout Adaline Vincent added, “I can be a leader, too!”
The next Girl Scouts meeting will be May 15 with Ruston Mayor Ronny Walker.
