The Congressional Experience

This third edition of The Congressional Experience is thoroughly updated to cover developments over the past several years - the Bush presidency, consolidated Republican control of the White House and Congress, the plunge from budget surpluses to record deficits, and the Bush revolution in foreign policy. This edition includes a completely new chapter on defence and foreign affairs, emphasizing the author's own work on Middle East policy and Congress' handling of the war in Iraq. Combining an engaging, enlightening narrative with photos, figures, maps, and tables, the reader gets a clear sense of the challenges, disappointments, elation, and deep concerns implicit in serving as a member of Congress.