Week 5 Discussion

Choose a current member of Congress and research their background. Prepare a 1-page analysis of their background including their views, policy choices and opinions on current issues.

Post your paper to the Discussion Area with a short introduction. Spend time reviewing other students papers. Comment on at least 2 students papers. What impact does the congressional members background (social, economic, educational, ethnic, gender, ideological, etc.) have on your opinion of them? Be specific. Provide concrete examples.