Surviving Inside Congress

Want to serve the public? Save the world? Conquer Capitol Hill? Learn the ins-and-outs of life as a congressional staffer. Congressional staff are the unseen, unheard workers that make much of the legislative process possible. Despite their dedication and natural talents, few experiences can prepare them for life on the Hill. Surviving Inside Congress, however, arms staff with critical information and insights to help them advance their careers in Washington. It also provides Members of Congress, government-relations professionals, students and private citizens with new insights into America s legislature. Surviving Inside Congress has also been revised and expanded to reflect important political developments that occurred during the 113th Congress (2013-2014). The fourth edition, with about 70 additional pages of new material, discusses: Who s who How a bill becomes a law The committee system The Federal budget process Communications with constituents and the media Partisanship, polarization, and civility And many other topics essential for a successful career serving Congress Learn how to thrive in Washington with Surviving Inside Congress.