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With the benefit of an insider's perspective, distinguished former congressman Lee H. Hamilton argues that America needs a stronger Congress and a more engaged citizenry in order to ensure responsive and effective democracy. Hamilton explains how Congress has drifted away from the role envisioned for it in the Constitution as a body whose power and influence would be preeminent in the American system of government. He details the steps that Congress should take to re-establish its parity with the executiv

How Congress Works and Why You Should Care is a concise introduction to the functions and vital role of the U.S. Congress by eminent former Congressman Lee H. Hamilton. Drawing on 34 years as a U.S. Representative, Hamilton explains how Congress reflects the diversity of the American people, serves as a forum for finding consensus, and provides balance within the federal government. Addressing widespread public misperceptions, he outlines areas where Congress can work better and ways for citizens to becom

Outlines reasons why the US should adhere to the terms of SALT II. Reviews validity of some of the treaty violations ascribed to the Soviet Union by the Reagan administration.

Cover -- Half title -- Title -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Contents -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- 1. The Johnson Years (1965-68): A Remarkable Time to Begin in Congress -- The Facts about the Medicare Bill -- The Other War in Vietnam -- Thanksgiving 1966 -- Luncheon at the White House -- Visit to the CIA -- President Johnson off the Record -- Urban Riots -- The Regular Order -- The US Role in the World -- Senate Hearings on the Vietnam War -- Civil Disorder after the Assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. -- The Assassination of Robert Kennedy