It’s Not Just Who’s Elected — It’s Who They Hire

Joint Center Senior Researcher Dr. LaShonda Brenson authored an op-ed published in the Washington Informer titled, “It’s Not Just Who’s Elected — It’s Who They Hire,” highlighting the importance of hiring diverse senior staff as Congress returns to session this September.

From the op-ed: “Top staffers are the mainstay of Congress yet are rarely in the spotlight. Top staffers provide services to all Americans, including shaping the trillions of dollars that make up the U.S. federal budget, working with the media to shape the narratives and news stories regarding the issues Americans care about, and providing oversight for federal agencies with nearly four million civilian and military workers.”

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