The US Congress has become dysfunctional and corrupt. It is rife with unethical practices, and the two major parties work together in resisting any efforts for reform or transparency. Even Members who don't engage in these practices or condone them are far too lax in their efforts to eliminate them. This book is focused on examining these specific questionable practices and ethical issues. It is not about the political issues of the day, such as the Affordable Care Act, immigration, tax reform, or foreign affairs. Nor is it about the processes and procedures, such as cloture votes,...
The US Congress has become dysfunctional and corrupt. It is rife with unethical practices, and the two major parties work together in resisting any ef...