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Who Gets to Work on Capitol Hill?

Who Gets to Work on Capitol Hill?

FromWhat Next | Daily News and Analysis


Who Gets to Work on Capitol Hill?

FromWhat Next | Daily News and Analysis

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Length:
21 minutes
Released:
Mar 9, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

The 117th U.S. Congress is the most diverse ever. But that distinction does not extend to senior staff on the Hill. How does the makeup of Congressional staff influence legislation?
Guest: Maya King, author of Politico’s Recast newsletter on how race and identity shape politics, policy, and power.  
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Released:
Mar 9, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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The problem with the news right now? It’s everywhere. And each day, it can feel like we’re all just mindlessly scrolling. It’s why we created What Next. This short daily show is here to help you make sense of things. When the news feels overwhelming, we’re here to help you answer: What next? Look for new episodes every weekday morning.