Given What We Know About the Evolution of Congressional Culture

question 20

Essay

Given what we know about the evolution of congressional culture, the legislative process, and the influence of political parties, would it be more advantageous to a senator's constituents for her to join the Senate as a new member today or 25 years ago? Support your claim with at least three reasons.

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Definitions:

Colonial Development

The process by which European powers established and expanded colonies overseas, often involving the exploitation of local resources and indigenous populations.

English

Pertaining to England or its people, language, or culture; English refers to the language spoken in England and many other parts of the world.

Tensions

The state of being stretched tight, often used metaphorically to describe strained relations between entities.

Colonists

People who settle in a new territory but remain subjects or citizens of their parent state or country.