Three high school students in Iowa recently launched a successful social-media campaign to urge Hillary Clinton to visit their town. The campaign is part of an effort by the students to spark a national conversation on the challenges facing rural schools, reports The Rural BlogandThe Huffington Post.The students’ town of Keota, Iowa, has 1,000 residents. The high school, has a student body of 80 and is in danger of closing. Even if the school stays open, it doesn't offer much for students.
A teacher at the school challenged the students to find a way to improve their community and their nation. They decided to capitalize on the upcoming Iowa caucuses. The students launched a Twitter account and corresponding hashtag in September, called Keota Hopes For Hillary. They were able to connect with two campaign operatives with Hillary for Iowa. Clinton is expected some time next month for a town hall-style event.
