Implementing Legislative Change
Netroots Nation is an annual gathering of progressive bloggers from around the country.
House Democrats Patrick Murphy of Pennsylvania, Carol Shea-Porter of New Hampshire, and Alan Grayson of Florida participated in a panel disc… read more
House Democrats Patrick Murphy of Pennsylvania, Carol Shea-Porter of New Hampshire, and Alan Grayson of Florida participated in a panel discussion on how Congress works. Topics included earmarks and “whipping” votes. Topics during the audience participation portion included health care legislation. David Waldman moderated.
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