Introduction to the U.s. Congress

This concise primer offers students and general readers a brief and systematic introduction to Congress and the role it plays in the U.S. political system. Drawing on his experience as a former Congressional staff member, the author explores the different political natures of the House and Senate, examines Congress's interaction with other branches of the Federal government, and looks ahead to the domestic and foreign challenges that are likely to drive the Congressional agenda for decades to come.Cushman, Charles B., Jr. is the author of 'Introduction to the U.s. Congress ', published 2006 under ISBN 9780765615077 and ISBN 076561507X.