Cleburne County Teen Serves as Senate Page

Senate Page Oran Wright and Senator John Boozman in his office on Capitol Hill.

WASHINGTON-Quitman High School student Oran Wright spent part of his summer navigating the corridors of Congress as a U.S. Senate Page. The rising senior from Quitman joined several dozen high school students from across the country in this prestigious program, gaining a firsthand look at the legislative process.

Wright and his fellow Pages reported to the Senate chamber one hour before the body convened each weekday to help prepare for the day's proceedings. Their duties included distributing materials to senators' desks, assisting staff in the cloakroom and supporting operations on the Senate floor. While the Senate was in session, Wright sat near the dais, ready to aid members delivering remarks or casting votes.

"Serving as a U.S. Senate Page was an incredible experience, and I am so thankful to Senator Boozman, his office and everyone who supported me along the way. Having the opportunity to witness the legislative process firsthand and work in our nation's capital was truly unforgettable. I will carry the lessons and experiences from this summer with me as I pursue my future goals" Wright said.

Wright earned his appointment from Senator John Boozman (R-AR), who has long promoted the program for Arkansas youth.

"Oran played an important role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Senate while observing legislative processes and procedures firsthand. I am confident serving as a Page will build on his leadership abilities and inspire him to continue pursuing opportunities in public service. Arkansans can be proud of the way he represented our state in this distinguished program," Boozman said.

Wright is an active member of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Beta Club, Future Farmers of America (FFA), Education Accelerated by Service and Technology (EAST), HOSA - Future Health Professionals and the Quitman High School band. He serves as president of his school's FBLA chapter and previously participated in Senator Boozman's Congressional Youth Cabinet. Outside the classroom, he is involved in 4-H.

While in Washington, he went to a Washington Nationals baseball game and toured several monuments and memorials.

He is the son of Lance and Skye Wright.

The Senate Page program started in 1829 when Senator Daniel Webster appointed the first Senate Page. Today, the program is a unique, highly selective opportunity for high school juniors with a strong academic standing to learn firsthand about the institution often referred to as "the world's greatest deliberative body."

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