If you could send a message on a science, technology, or health issue to the next U.S. president and Congress, what would it be? Voice your vision for science and society to win cash and other prizes! GRAND PRIZE: $2,000 Energy security. Nuclear weapons. Genetic engineering. Climate change. Stem cells. Space militarization. Science and technology issues have enormous implications for society at large. The next U.S. president, Congress, and local leaders will confront topics that matter to young people, such as climate change, affordable health care, nuclear weapons buildup, and U.S. economic competitiveness in science and engineering. If you could send a message on a science, technology, or health issue to the next U.S. president and Congress, what would it be? The MIT student who started the SPUSA election guide in 2004 is not a U.S. citizen, but felt that input from young people everywhere could help guide the direction of U.S. science, technology, and health policy. Make your voice heard about these critical issues today! These issues impact not only your life and locality, but also the global community. International perspectives are welcome and encouraged. You are also encouraged to tell the next president and Congress what initiatives you think they should take to address your science, technology, or health issue. Share on Facebook Here’s how to deliver your message: * YouTube Video/Flash Video 5-minute limit or * Digital Audio/Podcast 5-minute limit or * Written Essay/Editorial 750-word limit Prizes: * Grand Pug-Prize: $2,000 * Second Pug-Prize: $1,000 * Third Pug-Prize: $500 * Best Video Pug-Prize: $100* * Pug Perks! Contestants who submitted their entries before June 3 will receive a free t-shirt, Frisbee, or mug just for participating. We regret to inform you that as June 2, Pug Perks have run out. Enter the contest today for your chance at the cash prizes listed above! DEADLINE: July 15, 2008