{"product_id":"congress-for-dummies-isbn-9780764554216","title":"Congress For Dummies","description":"\u003cb\u003eA clear, direct guide into the nitty-gritty workings of Congress and the way the institution really functions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCongress For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e helps you sort out what Congress does on a daily basis and what it all means to you, the citizen. It shows you how to get organized, make your voice heard, and influence legislation that might affect you. Full of helpful resources such as contact information for House and Senate offices, and smart, straightforward explanations of the legislative process, this book is everything you need to understand Congress and get involved in your government. \u003cp\u003eWhether you just want to know how government works, or you want to get involved to change your country, this simple guide covers all the ins and outs of Congress. It’s a nonpartisan look at Congress that includes forewords by Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert and Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle. Inside you’ll find easy explanations and helpful tips on how to:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet involved in the democratic process\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInfluence legislation that’s important to you\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUndersta nd Congress and the media\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContact your senators and representatives\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck out Congress in action, in person\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeal with congressional staff\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eExpert author David Silverberg — Managing Editor and a columnist at the Washington weekly \u003ci\u003eThe Hill\u003c\/i\u003e — takes the mystery out of getting something done in Congress, introducing you to the players and explaining everything from legislation and lobbying to caucuses and coalitions. Written with the citizen advocate in mind, this helpful guide gives regular people the tools and knowledge they need to achieve their aims. Inside, you’ll discover:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow the three branches of government work together\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to register your opinion with your elected officials\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow the legislative process works — from idea to law\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow debates, conferences, and vetoes work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow budgeting and appropriations work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to get the most effect from your political contributions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow the lobbying process works\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to advocate for legislation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to deal with congressional staffers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to make use of congressional services\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting something done in the messy confusion of democracy and bureaucracy is no easy task. Full of the kind of information and knowledge that Washington insiders take for granted, \u003ci\u003eCongress For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e levels the playing field so that regular people — just like you — can make a difference, too.\u003c\/p\u003e  Forewords.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Introduction.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Part I: Considering the Two Chambers.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 1: Welcome to Congress.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 2: Running Your House: The House of Representatives.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 3: Scoping Out the Senate.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Part II: Looking at the Legislative Process.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 4: Introducing a Bill.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 5: Meeting the Players, Setting the Schedule.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 6: Reaching the Floor and Beyond.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Part III: Following the Money.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 7: Raising Revenues.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 8: Budgeting, Authorizing, and Appropriating Government Money.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 9: Putting Your Political Contributions to Work.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Part IV: Lobbying from All Angles.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 10: Looking at Lobbying.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 11: Explaining Your Cause.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 12: Getting Down to the Nitty-Gritty: Lobbying Members of Congress.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 13: Getting the Job Done: Congressional Staff.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 14: Making the Most of the Media.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 15: Working with Various Media.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Part V: Putting the Practical Side to Use.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 16: Making Use of Congressional Services.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 17: Visiting Congress.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Part VI: The Part of Tens.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 18: Ten Tips for Conducting a Lobbying Campaign.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 19: The Ten Commandments for Dealing with Congressional Staff.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 20: Ten Tips for Dealing with Journalists.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chapter 21: Not Even Ten Suggestions for Improving Congress.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Part VII: The Appendixes.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Appendix A: Glossary of Congressional and Political Terms.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Appendix B: Committees of the 107th Congress.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Index. \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDavid Silverberg\u003c\/b\u003e is Managing Editor and a columnist at \u003ci\u003eThe Hill\u003c\/i\u003e, a weekly newspaper that covers Congress.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Take charge of your cause and make government work for you!\u003c\/b\u003e\t \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed a passport on short notice? 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