Discussion Post: Congress and the Legislative Process
A. Identify the constitutional powers of Congress.
B. Select your House of Representative or one of your two Senators.
a. Your member of Congress serves on various committees and/or subcommittees in Congress. Identify and describe those committees and/or subcommittees.
b. What political, social, and economic issues are important to your member of Congress?
C. Write a letter to your selected member of Congress. Include the following:
a. An analysis of how this member of Congress aligns with you regarding at least two political issues.
i. Support your analysis with specific legislation that your member of Congress either wrote (sponsored) or voted for or against.
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.
Reference
o The Voter's Self Defense System. (n.d.).
o OnTheIssues.org. (n.d.). OnTheIssues.org - Candidates on the Issues.
o Data on Campaign Finance, Super PACs, Industries, and Lobbying. (n.d.).
o GovTrack.us. (n.d.).