Part II: AEM's Work On The Hill
When a trip passes, whether for business or pleasure, we oftentimes have difficulty recalling the specifics of how we spent our time away from home. However, there are occasions when nearly everything comes into sharp focus in your memory’s eye. My recent trip to D.C. stands out in clear, bold, and memorable images. The conversations were productive, intense, and infused with hope. Yes, I said hope.
Although there are terrifying things occurring in this country, and many politicians in D.C. are destroying our democratic institutions, my recent talks reminded me of how powerful (in a positive way) our institutions can be – if supported and operated properly – for average Americans. It was also an important reminder that, while there are plenty of politicians to blame, government is not the problem. It’s outside influence that has corrupted our
Although there are terrifying things occurring in this country, and many politicians in D.C. are destroying our democratic institutions, my recent talks reminded me of how powerful (in a positive way) our institutions can be – if supported and operated properly – for average Americans. It was also an important reminder that, while there are plenty of politicians to blame, government is not the problem. It’s outside influence that has corrupted our
