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Roll Call TimelineFeb. 9, 2009 Roll Calls Timeline is a new monthly feature that focuses on a single issue and lays out its legislative history. First up: global warming. | |
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Committee InsiderFeb. 2, 2009 Roll Calls monthly look at an important Congressional committee focusing on the top issues, the key players and the behind-the-scenes intrigue debuts with the House Energy and Commerce Committee. | |
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The ChiefJan. 29, 2009 The Chief takes a look at the people who hold the title of chief of staff and how these senior aides run their Congressional offices. This monthly section also includes a Q&A; column by the Congressional Management Foundations Meredith Persily Lamel. In the latest installment, the Chief features a profile of Sen. Max Baucus' chief of staff, Jon Selib. | |
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Welcome, CongressJan. 26, 2009 As the 111th Congress' first month concludes and a new president takes office, Roll Call takes a look at what's next. Plus, don't miss the list of the Fabulous 50 staffers, the House and Senate seniority rankings, and Heard on the Hill's predictions for 2009. | |
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A Look Back at the 110th CongressDec. 15, 2008 Roll Call examines the highlights and lowlights of the past two years in a special section that includes a look at legislative accomplishments and major events, the results of the 110th Congress awards and photos of memorable moments on Capitol Hill. | |
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Winter Career GuideDec. 15, 2008 The Winter Career Guide includes features on the ins and outs of networking, Congress' behind-the-scenes employees, and Members' thoughts on college degrees. | |
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The Agenda AheadDec. 8, 2008 Members of Congress offer their views on the outlook for health care, economic recovery, energy, global warming and finance in the 111th Congress. | |
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Guide to the Capitol Visitor CenterDec. 1, 2008 As the long-awaited Capitol Visitor Center opens, Roll Call takes a look at what's inside the largest-ever expansion to the Capitol and what was behind its construction, from security measures to design elements. | |
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The Mission AheadRoll Call and Big Think have collaborated on The Mission Ahead, in which national thought leaders offer their public policy ideas to the 111th Congress. Contributors include Colin Powell, Leon Panetta, Howard Baker, George Mitchell and Bill Frist. | |
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Members' Guide to D.C.Nov. 17, 2008 This insider's look at D.C. gives new Members and their staff tips on restaurants and real estate in the District and takes a look at what to see and do in the area, from museums to mountain-biking. | |
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Meet the New MembersNov. 10, 2008 Get to know the eight new Senators and 49 new House Members who make up the freshman class of the 111th Congress. | |
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Election ResultsNov. 6, 2008 Roll Call's post-election special section features regional roundups for all of the most competitive 2008 House and Senate races. | |
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Election WatchNov. 4, 2008 Roll Call's guide to election night includes trends to watch for in states where polls close early, what the networks are offering, weather predictions at the sites of the hottest races, polling hours for each state, the history of House and Senate gains and losses for each party, and more. | |
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Fall Weekend GuideOct. 16, 2008 The Fall Weekend Guide offers a look at how to unwind in the D.C. area during the busy pre-election season, including features on presidential homes, festivals in and around the District, and politically themed drinking and dining options. | |
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The Road Ahead: Veterans AffairsOct. 9, 2008 This edition of the Road Ahead examines veterans issues likely to come up in the 111th Congress, including Veterans Affairs Department spending and the debate over privatizing health care for veterans. Includes views on the topics from the presidential candidates, K Street and more. | |
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Election PreviewOct. 7, 2008 With the 2008 elections just one month away, Roll Call's Election Preview provides an analysis of every Senate race, every open-seat House contest and many additional competitive elections. This special section also takes a look at the most vulnerable House Members and the 20 questions about the 2008 elections that will decide the size of the Democratic majorities in the next Congress. Also includes a color election map with ratings for all 435 House districts. | |
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The Road Ahead: DefenseSept. 25, 2008 This edition of the Road Ahead looks at defense issues likely to come up in the 111th Congress, including cuts to the Defense Department budget and issues with weapons acquisitions. Includes views on the topics from the presidential candidates, K Street and more. | |
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Fall Job GuideSept. 22, 2008 The Fall Job Guide includes features on the value of internships, a new loan repayment program for graduates who go into public service, advice for job seekers and strength assessments in the workplace. | |
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Guide to CongressSept. 22, 2008 Roll Call's annual Guide to Congress takes a look back at how Democrats handled their past two years in power, along with a look ahead at up-and-coming Republicans and lobbyists' plans for 2009. Also included are Roll Call's Fabulous 50 staffers and 50 Richest Members of Congress. | |
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Graduate & Law Schools GuideSept. 18, 2008 The annual Graduate & Law Schools Guide contains features on a fellowship program in which law school students teach high school students about the Constitution, study aboard programs at the graduate level, the recently opened Center on Security and the Law at Georgetown University Law Center, and advice for those considering law school. | |
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The Road Ahead: EntitlementsSept. 11, 2008 This installment of the Road Ahead focuses on how the 111th Congress will handle issues related to entitlements, including Social Security, Medicare and 401(k) plans. Includes views on the topics from the presidential candidates, K Street and more. | |
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Guide to the Conventions: DenverAug. 11, 2008 Roll Call's guide to the Democratic National Convention offers a look at parties and hot spots in the Mile-High City, as well as transportation options, state delegation hotel assignments and more. | |
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Guide to the Conventions: St. PaulAug. 11, 2008 Roll Call's guide to the Republican National Convention offers a look at parties and hot spots in the Twin Cities, along with transportation options, state delegation hotel assignments and more. | |
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The Road Ahead: TransportationJuly 24, 2008 This installment of the Road Ahead takes a look at transportation issues facing the 111th Congress, including highway funding and FAA reauthorization. Plus: views on the topics from the presidential candidates, K Street and more. | |
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Alternative EnergyJuly 21, 2008 Members of Congress discuss the ethanol mandate and food prices, the role of tax policy in encouraging alternative fuels, solar and wind energy, nuclear power and more. Includes topic overview by CongressNow and a Q&A; with Senate Energy and Natural Resources Chairman Jeff Bingaman. | |
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47th Annual Roll Call Congressional Baseball Game ProgramJuly 17, 2008 The 2008 program features salutes to retiring players and Hall of Fame inductee Lou Frey and takes a look at recruits for next year's game. | |
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The Road Ahead: FinanceJuly 10, 2008 Roll Call examines the finance issues likely to come up in the next Congress, including credit card legislation and housing reform. Plus, a look at banking and housing matters from the perspective of K Street and the presidential campaigns. | |
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The Road Ahead: TelecommunicationsJune 19, 2008 With a new president arriving in the White House in 2009, Roll Call examines the telecommunications issues likely to be taken up in the 111th Congress, including net neutrality and patent reform. Plus, a special Roll Call video summarizes some of the key lobbying, policy and political points. | |
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Transportation & InfrastructureJune 16, 2008 Members of Congress discuss gas prices, highway legislation, the FAA reauthorization bill and light-rail projects. Includes topic overview by CongressNow and a Q&A; with House Transportation and Infrastructure Chairman James Oberstar. | |
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The Road Ahead: Energy & EnvironmentJune 5, 2008 Roll Call's second installment of a new section previewing policy issues in the next Congress takes a look at energy and the environment, with a focus on cap-and-trade climate change legislation. Plus: key players, K Street and more. | |
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The Road Ahead: Health CareMay 22, 2008 Roll Call kicks of a new feature previewing the policy issues in the 111th Congress, starting with health care. The Road Ahead not only looks at possible legislative action but also the key Congressional players on the issues, how K Street is preparing to play its part and how the presidential candidates hope to influence the agenda. | |
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Defense & AerospaceMay 19, 2008 Members of Congress discuss foreign military contracts, missile defense systems, equipment needs and balancing missions. Includes topic overviews by CongressNow and a Q&A; with Adm. Michael Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. | |
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Early-Bird Election PreviewMay 5, 2008 Six months before the 2008 elections, Roll Call's Election Preview provides a region-by-region analysis of House and Senate races. This special issue also takes a look at the most vulnerable House Members and includes a color election map with ratings for all 435 House districts. | |
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Energy & the EnvironmentApril 21, 2008 Members of Congress discuss coal, cap-and-trade, and alternative fuels and technologies. Includes topic overviews by CongressNow and a Q&A; with Sen. Joe Lieberman. | |
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Health CareMarch 10, 2008 Members of Congress discuss universal health care, mental health parity, FDA oversight, electronic health records and Medicare. Includes topic overviews by CongressNow and a Q&A; with Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Chairman Edward Kennedy. | |
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FinanceFeb. 11, 2008 Members of Congress discuss the mortgage crisis, retirement security, tax reform and insurance regulation. Includes topic overviews by CongressNow and a Q&A; with Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson. | |
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Welcome Back CongressJan. 22, 2008 Roll Call takes a look at how things have changed in and around Congress in 2007. Also included is the semiannual list of the Fabulous 50 Capitol Hill staffers. | |
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The Agenda AheadDec. 3, 2007 Members of Congress discuss the outlook for issues including taxes, trade, health care, the mortgage crisis and the environment during the final session of the 110th Congress. | |
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Forward Progress: The Next Five Years at Home and AbroadNov. 15, 2007 A special report prepared by Roll Call and our sister publication in Brussels, European Voice, with contributions from the Economist Intelligence Unit, the Center for Strategic and International Studies and key players in Washington and Europe. Inside you will find a critical assessment of the political and policy challenges of the next five years. We have gathered important U.S. and European voices on politics, trade, financial services, health and the environment to offer a unique view of the evolving policy agenda. | |
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Election PreviewNov. 5, 2007 With one year to go until Election Day, Roll Call brings you its 50-state Election Preview. | |
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Communications and Intellectual PropertyOct. 22, 2007 Members of Congress discuss patent reform, Internet taxation, satellite radio merger, digital rights and digital television transition. Topic overview by CongressNow. | |
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FinanceSept. 24, 2007 Members of Congress discuss Sarbanes-Oxley reform, the nation's mortgage crisis, private equity and hedge funds, protections for credit card consumers and extending cuts in capital gains and dividend taxes. Topic overviews by CongressNow staff. | |
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Guide to CongressSept. 10, 2007 Roll Call takes a "then and now" look at what happens when control of Congress changes hands. Also included are Roll Call's Obscure Caucus, Fabulous 50 staffers and 50 richest Members of Congress. | |
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Transportation and InfrastructureJuly 12, 2007 Members of Congress discuss transportation issues including CAFE mandates and the U.S. auto industry, revisiting the highway fund formula, Amtrak's path to self-sufficiency and modernizing the Federal Aviation Administration. Includes a Q&A; with Transportation Secretary Mary Peters. | |
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46th Annual Roll Call Congressional Baseball Game ProgramJune 25, 2007 The 2007 game program includes team rosters, a look at the freshman players and a salute to Hall of Fame inductee Mike Oxley. | |
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Health Care in AmericaJune 18, 2007 Members of Congress discuss health care issues including mental health parity, FDA drug-approval process and Medicare Advantage program. Includes a Q&A; with Health and Human Services Secretary Michael Leavitt. | |
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Defense and AerospaceMay 20, 2007 Members of Congress discuss defense and aerospace issues including the Joint Strike Fighter engines, Navy submarine fleet expansion, Future Combat Systems and procurement reform. Includes a Q&A; s with House Armed Services Chairman Ike Skelton and Deputy Secretary of Defense Gordon England. | |
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Energy and the EnvironmentApril 23, 2007 Members of Congress discuss energy and environment issues including CAFE standards, the Endangered Species Act, nuclear waste storage, carbon trading and the future use of coal. Includes a Q&A; with EPA Administrator Stephen Johnson. | |
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EnergyMarch 13, 2007 Members of Congress discuss energy issues including offshore drilling, nuclear energy, ethanol as a fuel source and energy tax policy. Includes a Q&A; with House Energy and Commerce Chairman John Dingell (D-Mich.). | |
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The Aging of AmericaFeb. 12, 2007 Members of Congress discuss issues important America's aging population, including topics such as an older work force, entitlement reform, long-term care, estate tax reform and private retirement security. Includes a Q&A; with House Budget Chairman John Spratt (D-S.C.). | |
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Welcome CongressJan. 22, 2007 As Democrats settle into the majority, Roll Call offers a look at some of the rising starts in each party as well as a close examination of the the top leaders' closest advisers. Plus, don't miss Roll Call's biennial study of each state's clout on Capitol Hill and our list of the Fabulous 50 staffers. |