Understanding the political process is essential if we are to hold politicians accountable. When public opinion coalesces into consensus, legislators take notice. They work, provide for their families, spend time with their loved ones and raise their children. Many simply don't have the time to acquire, much less absorb, the mass of information detailing how the system works and impacts their lives. For your convenience, Town Hall has assembled a guide to the 104th Congress and how legislation becomes law.
Democracy is fragile.
It is absolutely necessary that it be nurtured by private citizens. It has never been easier. House Committee Addresses and Phone Lines Republican National Committee Headquarters around the Nation CapWeb's U.S. House of Representatives information and other great links CapWeb's U.S. Senate information Access to the United States Senate Republican Policy Committee Member Groups Accuracy in Academia Accuracy in Media Acton Institute Association of Christian Schools American Conservative Union American Family Association Amer.