Congress For Dummies by David Silverberg (English) Paperback Book

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This fun, friendly guide takes the mystery out of getting something done in Congress, introducing you to the players and explaining the processes - everything from legislation and lobbying to caucuses and coalitions

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A clear, direct guide into the nitty-gritty workings of Congress and the way the institution really functionsCongress For Dummies helps you sort out what Congress does on a daily basis and what it all means to you, the citizen. It shows you how to get organized, make your voice heard, and influence legislation that might affect you. Full of helpful resources such as contact information for House and Senate offices, and smart, straightforward explanations of the legislative process, this book is everything you need to understand Congress and get involved in your government. Whether you just want to know how government works, or you want to get involved to change your country, this simple guide covers all the ins and outs of Congress. It's a nonpartisan look at Congress that includes forewords by Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert and Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle. Inside you'll find easy explanations and helpful tips on how to: Get involved in the democratic processInfluence legislation that's important to youUndersta nd Congress and the mediaContact your senators and representativesCheck out Congress in action, in personDeal with congressional staff Expert author David Silverberg — Managing Editor and a columnist at the Washington weekly The Hill — takes the mystery out of getting something done in Congress, introducing you to the players and explaining everything from legislation and lobbying to caucuses and coalitions. Written with the citizen advocate in mind, this helpful guide gives regular people the tools and knowledge they need to achieve their aims. Inside, you'll discover: How the three branches of government work togetherHow to register your opinion with your elected officialsHow the legislative process works — from idea to lawHow debates, conferences, and vetoes workHow budgeting and appropriations workHow to get the most effect from your political contributionsHow the lobbying process worksHow to advocate for legislationHow to deal with congressional staffersHow to make use of congressional services Getting something done in the messy confusion of democracy and bureaucracy is no easy task. Full of the kind of information and knowledge that Washington insiders take for granted, Congress For Dummies levels the playing field so that regular people — just like you — can make a difference, too.

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Provides tips on dealing with congressional staff Take charge of your cause and make government work for you! Need a passport on short notice? Want to get a bill passed? Looking to contact your representative? This fun, friendly guide takes the mystery out of getting something done in Congress, introducing you to the players and explaining the processes – everything from legislation and lobbying to caucuses and coalitions. The Dummies Way Explanations in plain English "Get in, get out" information Icons and other navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun

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Take charge of your cause and make government work for you! Need a passport on short notice? Want to get a bill passed? Looking to contact your representative? This fun, friendly guide takes the mystery out of getting something done in Congress, introducing you to the players and explaining the processes -- everything from legislation and lobbying to caucuses and coalitions. Explanations in plain English "Get in, get out" information Icons and other navigational aids Online cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun

Author Biography

David Silverberg is Managing Editor and a columnist at The Hill, a weekly newspaper that covers Congress.

Table of Contents

Forewords.Introduction.Part I: Considering the Two Chambers.Chapter 1: Welcome to Congress.Chapter 2: Running Your House: The House of Representatives.Chapter 3: Scoping Out the Senate.Part II: Looking at the Legislative Process.Chapter 4: Introducing a Bill.Chapter 5: Meeting the Players, Setting the Schedule.Chapter 6: Reaching the Floor and Beyond.Part III: Following the Money.Chapter 7: Raising Revenues.Chapter 8: Budgeting, Authorizing, and Appropriating Government Money.Chapter 9: Putting Your Political Contributions to Work.Part IV: Lobbying from All Angles.Chapter 10: Looking at Lobbying.Chapter 11: Explaining Your Cause.Chapter 12: Getting Down to the Nitty-Gritty: Lobbying Members of Congress.Chapter 13: Getting the Job Done: Congressional Staff.Chapter 14: Making the Most of the Media.Chapter 15: Working with Various Media.Part V: Putting the Practical Side to Use.Chapter 16: Making Use of Congressional Services.Chapter 17: Visiting Congress.Part VI: The Part of Tens.Chapter 18: Ten Tips for Conducting a Lobbying Campaign.Chapter 19: The Ten Commandments for Dealing with Congressional Staff.Chapter 20: Ten Tips for Dealing with Journalists.Chapter 21: Not Even Ten Suggestions for Improving Congress.Part VII: The Appendixes.Appendix A: Glossary of Congressional and Political Terms.Appendix B: Committees of the 107th Congress.Index.

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Provides tips on dealing with congressional staff Take charge of your cause and make government work for you! Need a passport on short notice? Want to get a bill passed? Looking to contact your representative? This fun, friendly guide takes the mystery out of getting something done in Congress, introducing you to the players and explaining the processes everything from legislation and lobbying to caucuses and coalitions. The Dummies Way Explanations in plain English "Get in, get out" information Icons and other navigational aids Tearout cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun

Details ISBN0764554212 Author Tom Daschel Series For Dummies (Lifestyles Paperback) Language English ISBN-10 0764554212 ISBN-13 9780764554216 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 328.73 Illustrations Yes Year 2002 Country of Publication United States Place of Publication Foster City Tag 2012dummiespromo Birth 1953 Affiliation Managing Editor of "The Hill" Short Title CONGRESS FOR DUMMIES Edition 1st DOI 10.1604/9780764554216 UK Release Date 2002-10-02 NZ Release Date 2002-09-19 Pages 384 Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc Publication Date 2002-10-02 Imprint For Dummies Audience General US Release Date 2002-10-02 AU Release Date 2002-09-18 We've got this

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