Policy Holiday
Hello Wonderful Reader!
Like so many of us right now, I'm a bit under the weather. And I love that Lily Tomlin line, "For fast acting relief, try slowing down."
So I'm taking a policy holiday this week, but wanted to send you off
Caitie Whelan
There Are Two Types of Politicians
At a conference I was once at, a man started his talk by saying, "There are two types of people. Those who think there are two types of people and those who don't."
Of course, I like to think that I'm the enlightened latter.
How to Call a Politician's Bluff
A great many politicians are in the business of introducing bills. A much smaller number of politicians are in the business of passing them.
Last Congress, 17,817 bills were introduced.
Congress has two-year sessions that start the January after an election. Each session is called - and they brought
Two Minutes for a Healthier Democracy
A few months ago, I was out for a walk with a buddy of mine who's a State Representative.
We were talking shop and I asked him how many phone calls he got from constituents on issues.
He represents about 9,000 folks, not exactly small potatoes here
Understanding a Politician's Mind
Should you find yourself with a spare moment one afternoon. And should you think to yourself, I will use this spare moment to watch a bit of C-SPAN. And should you happen to turn it on when there is a Tough Vote on the floor of the House of Representatives,