Under the Iron Dome

Congress from the Inside
1. Auflage 2021
ISBN: 978-0-367-62027-1
Verlag: Routledge

Buch, Englisch, 190 Seiten, Format (B × H): 178 mm x 254 mm, Gewicht: 373 g

This book provides a glimpse into the professional lives of members of Congress and the staff, political consultants, and others who work beneath the Capitol’s iconic dome. It shows some of the historic challenges, daily trials and tribulations, and public and private triumphs and failures that defi ne working life on the Hill. Original chapters by practitioners who have been there off er a fresh understanding of congressional elections, policy making, and party leadership, as well as landmark institutional developments, such as the growing influence of women and minorities in the legislative process. Each author brings a personal knowledge of Congress, providing unique insight into the opaque world of committee assignments, the hustle and bustle of fl oor activity, the cross- examination of committee testimony, and the beehive of activity in a member’s Washington or district offi ce, or committee’s office. Collectively, they provide keen insights into the institutions, procedures, and politics that shape congressional policy making. Additionally, the historic two impeachments of then- President Donald J. Trump are examined to showcase some of the extraordinary politics taking place on Capitol Hill. Aimed at anyone working in Congress or wanting to infl uence public policy, this book is also an excellent classroom supplement for political science courses at every level and a compelling read for citizens who want to understand how Congress works and why it sometimes does not.

Zielgruppe

Professional Practice & Development

Autoren/Hrsg.

Herrnson, Paul

Campbell, Colton

Dulio, David

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Regierungspolitik
• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Politikwissenschaft Allgemein Politische Studien zu einzelnen Ländern und Gebieten
• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Politische Systeme Zentralregierung

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Contributors

Tables, Figures and Charts

Introduction: Looking at Congress from the Inside Out

Colton C. Campbell, David A. Dulio and Paul S. Herrnson

Chapter 1: Campaigning for Congress

Kelly D. Patterson and J. Toscano

Chapter 2: Women in Congress and Changing Power Dynamics

Kelly Dittmar

Chapter 3: Changing the Face of Workforce Diversity on Capitol Hill

Menna Demessie

Chapter 4: Serving the District

David E. Price

Chapter 5: The Power of the House Majority

Don DeArmon and Patricia Woods

Chapter 6: The Challenges to Senate Party Leadership

Roy E. Brownell II

Chapter 7: The Genesis of a Bill

Greg McCarthy

Chapter 8: The Politics and Pitfalls of the Congressional Budget Process

Laura Blessing

Chapter 9: The Battle over Health Care

Alex Garlick

Chapter 10: Impeachment and the Constitutional Remedy of Last Resort

Alan I. Baron

Chapter 11: Reflections on Representation, Policymaking, Partisanship and other Challenges Facing Congress

Dan Lipinski

Conclusion: Lessons from Under the Iron Dome

Paul S. Herrnson, David A. Dulio and Colton C. Campbell

Über Autor(innen)

Paul S. Herrnson is Professor of Political Science at the University of Connecticut.

Colton C. Campbell is Professor and Associate Dean of Academics at the National War College.

David A. Dulio is Director of the Center for Civic Engagement and Professor of Political Science at Oakland University.