Ilana points out that most entry-level jobs require some sacrifice. You might as well be doing it for something worthy. And although we all know that internships are great resume-builders, Ilana was astonished by the positive response she got from employers. If those weren't reasons enough, Ilana also has a score to settle. She was infuriated by Newt Gingrich's Contract on America, especially when he shamelessly manipulated the media.
Government is full of weasels.
That way only corporations participate in politics. Ilana is determined to sabotage Newt's plan.