Surviving Inside Congress

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Like previous editions, Surviving Inside Congress is a rich introduction to life on Capitol Hill. The book tells the story of the creation of the U.S. Congress and important events in its evolution, leading to how the institution operates today. Surviving Inside Congress not only explores the essentials of House and Senate legislative procedures, but also takes an in-depth look at Congressional communications, public opinion, and the partisan polarization that has much of the country frustrated with their legislature. Although the second edition of Surviving Inside Congress was published only two years ago, life on Capitol Hill changes so quickly that another was warranted. This latest version covers a number of events that have occurred from 2011 to 2013: the 2012 Presidential and Congressional elections, changes to ethics rules concerning insider trading, and Senate filibuster reform. Other sections have been significantly expanded, including discussions of parliamentary procedure, management, communications, and political incivility and partisanship. Surviving Inside Congress is written by three former Congressional staffers whose collective service to the institution totals more than 50 years. Working as an aide to a Member of Congress can be a daunting task. Most new staff members are ill equipped to the meet the diverse and critical needs of elected officials and their constituents. There are no comprehensive training programs, and no curriculum that adequately addresses the multiple roles they will play and functions they will perform. This is due in large measure to the uniqueness of these roles and the environment in which their work will be done. As a result, the academic credentials and professional experience they bring with them will have little relevance to the tasks they are about to undertake.

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