The past two weeks have been interesting. My personal life is good. My applications to for international work programs are still in the works. But there has been a marked increase in anxiety, tension and sadness at work.
The elections are going to change the landscape on the Hill next year—not just from a policy perspective but in terms of the circles of friends that I've made on the Hill. I am very fortunate that I should be able to continue my job next year but some of my friends won't.
It is shocking that so many Members of Congress who have devoted their careers to helping out their constituents and making America better--won't be here next year. So much institutional knowledge goes with them. So much tireless service disregarded by the electorate in a misguided wave of anti-incumbent fervor. The wave has stripped the Democrats of their reign in the House--a reign that has lead to major legislative accomplishments for our country including health care reform, Wall Street reform, credit card reform, and education loan reform. For some reason, the American public--at least the ones who voted--decided to ignore all that in favor of a party that doesn't have any ideas and whose sole purpose is to serve the rich and corporate America. Their "Pledge to America" is a plague on America.
Okay, off my soapbox now. Oddly enough, the changes to come have gotten me fired up to work even harder in the new Congress. It will be a fascinating time for the House and I remain grateful for the privledge of being a part of the fight -- even if only for a little while longer.
2 comments:
I like it when you get on your soapbox! You summarize the election tragedy very poignantly. I am glad that you probably won't lose your job, since you're not quite prepared for the jump to Europe.
Hope to see you several times over the holidays!
Hey There,
I am just driving by, it is tough to see friends lose their jobs but they took the chance when they came to DC. Best of luck to all of them.
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