Political Quotes

“I stand before you today to congratulate the Congressional Management Foundation on its 35th anniversary of service to Capitol Hill. Founded in 1977, CMF is a non-profit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to improving management practices within the Halls of Congress, as well as facilitating better communication between legislators and their constituents. By improving congressional operations, providing institutional research, and educating Americans on how Congress actually works, the Congressional Management Foundation has been a valuable contributor to building trust and effectiveness in Congress. The Congressional Management Foundation strives to help legislators get off on the right foot even before they are sworn into office. Within 5 days after election day, all incoming freshmen receive a copy of ``Setting Course'' and ``The 90-Day Road Map''-- two experience-driven publications produced by CMF that provide new House Members, Senators, and their staff a detailed outline for setting up and running an effective office. ``Keeping it Local'' stresses the importance of maintaining a strong presence in district offices and the value of effective constituent outreach and interaction at the local level. These publications are time-tested, indispensable resources that provide our leaders with the appropriate tools they need to overcome the challenges of lawmaking on the national stage.…”