How Congress Works and Why You Should Care

How Congress Works and Why You Should Care is a concise introduction to the functions and vital role of the U.S. Congress by eminent former Congressman Lee H. Hamilton. Drawing on 34 years as a U.S. Representative, Hamilton explains how Congress reflects the diversity of the American people, serves as a forum for finding consensus, and provides balance within the federal government. Addressing widespread public misperceptions, he outlines areas where Congress can work better and ways for citizens to become more engaged in public affairs through their representatives in Washington. How Congress Works and Why You Should Care is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the inner workings of Congress, and how all citizens can participate in its unique mission.

Author: Lee H. Hamilton
Publisher: Indiana University Press
Published: 02/26/2004
Pages: 156
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.30lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.20w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9780253216953

Review Citation(s):
Univ PR Books for Public Libry 01/01/2005 pg. 24 - Outstanding
Publishers Weekly 02/09/2004 pg. 71
Library Journal 04/01/2004 pg. 109

About the Author

Lee H. Hamilton was U.S. Representative from Indiana's Ninth District from 1965 to 1999. He served as Chairman of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, the Joint Economic Committee, and the Joint Committee on the Organization of Congress. He is now director of the Center on Congress at Indiana University. He lives in Bloomington, Indiana.