Washington is a big place and nowhere for small people. That
is why you must gain friends quickly and build a powerful and influential
network if you want to get any legislation passed through the House of
Representatives. This week Greg Safsten from the back office introduced me to
legislation that the Congressman wants passed by the House.
Greg assigned me the
task of contacting nearly 100 members of the Republican Party to request their
co-sponsorship to our bill. To co-sponsor a bill means you put your name on the
bill in the beginning stages and throw your support to the legislation. This
time around the bill wasn't received by as many Representatives as I had wanted
but the experience showed me how far you can push a bill through the system
when you have support. Congressman Salmon is very well liked in the House and
many Congressman and Congresswomen respect him so in no way is this a sign of
weakness as he has had support in previous bills.
Since Greg’s name came up, now is a good time to introduce
him. Greg is a successful dude he takes his job serious. He knows his stuff and
has a strong view of politics. He is responsible for responding to constituent
inquires which usually means he is responsible for making sure everyone
eventually responds to letters sent to the Congressman. Greg also takes on a
couple of political issues with one of them being the Second Amendment. Greg
joined the team when Congressman Salmon was running for election and then was
hired after the win. In my opinion, Greg will always have a job wherever he
wants to work.
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