 The question for the 26th annual Great American Think Off in New York Mills has been announced. This year's contestants will ponder this question. Which plays a larger role in shaping one's life, success or failure? It's a question that's meant to inspire thinkers from all walks of life. Did winning push you harder to be your best or did losing motivate continued growth to overcome? The Great American Think Off is an essay and debate competition held each year in tiny New York Mills just west of Wadena. It is free to enter and open to anyone and has received entries from all 50 states and a number of international countries throughout its history. The contest has received national acclaim, including coverage by C-SPAN, The New York Times and The Today Show. To enter, submit a 750 word essay by April 1st. Four finalists will be selected to receive $500 each plus travel expenses and a chance to win the title of America's greatest thinker at this year's annual debate held on June 9th in New York Mills. Go to the website on the screen for more information about how to enter. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.