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“Why (not) work in Congress? (Part 1)” by Horizon Institute for Public Service


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This article discusses the motivation for working “on the Hill”—direct impact, professional development, and exploration—and how you can assess your personal fit for congressional work.

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Outline:

(00:12) About this guide

(01:57) Why (not) work in Congress?

(02:24) Opportunities for meaningful policy change

(07:05) Acquiring policy knowledge, skills, and connections

(10:31) Assessing your fit for Congress

(17:16) Considerations for working in Congress

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The original text contained 8 footnotes which were omitted from this narration.

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Last updated:

January 13th, 2024

Source:

https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/congress/1-why-work-in-congress

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