Milford Democrats Open 2021 Scholarship Round

MILFORD, MA — The Milford Democratic Town Committee has opened its 2021 scholarship round, offering a $500 prize to any graduating Milford or Blackstone Valley Regional Technical High School senior. The deadline to apply is March 31.

Here's more from a Milford DTC press release:

The Milford Democratic Town Committee would like to remind area high school seniors about the upcoming deadline to submit an entry to its annual scholarship essay contest. For the fourth consecutive year, the Milford DTC will award $500 to the student who submits the winning essay. The essay must be between 400 and 600 words in length, and address the following prompt.

The preamble to the Platform for the Democratic Party of 2016 stated:

"Above all, Democrats are the party of inclusion. We know that diversity is not our problem — it is our promise. As Democrats, we respect differences of perspective and belief, and pledge to work together to move this country forward, even when we disagree. With this platform, we do not merely seek common ground — we strive to reach higher ground.

"We are proud of our heritage as a nation of immigrants. We know that today’s immigrants are tomorrow’s teachers, doctors, lawyers, government leaders, soldiers, entrepreneurs, activists, PTA members, and pillars of our communities. We believe in protecting civil liberties and guaranteeing civil rights and voting rights, women’s rights and workers’ rights, LGBT rights, and rights for people with disabilities. We believe America is still, as Robert Kennedy said, 'a great country, an unselfish country, and a compassionate country.'"

In an essay of between 400 and 600 words, answer the following question: In the face of growing challenges from social diversity and economic and social inequality, how can the Democratic Party keep the promise of this progressive and inclusive philosophy and inspire the nation and the world?

The contest is open to any graduating high school senior living in Milford. Students at Milford High School and Blackstone Valley Regional Technical High School should submit their essays to their school's guidance office. All others should submit their essays by email to milfordmadtc@outlook.com.

The Milford DTC will announce the award winners in May.The Milford Democratic Town Committee meets remotely on the fourth Monday of every month at 7 pm. Those interested in learning more about the group should visit the group's Facebook page at facebook.com/MilfordMaDTC, or follow them on Twitter or Instagram at @MilfordMaDTC.