Chapter SimulationIntroductionBefore beginning this simulation, be sure to read Chapter12, paying particular attention to pages 480-491, on how members of Congress make decisions.In this simulation, you are cast in the role of a new member of Congress, hoping to:
Each of these is a valuable goal, but what do you do when these competing values come into conflict? The U.S. Congress is a complex institution, and members soon find that making decisions is more challenging than it might seem, for maintaining one’s principles is not all there is to decision making. Competing interests among several different groups will vie for your attention, and each will have strong points to make. How will you decide? As a new member of Congress, your office is on the top floor of the Cannon House office building. Your Washington staff consists of a chief of staff, a press secretary, three legislative assistants (who research specific issue areas for you), a legislative correspondent (who helps answer your mail), and a scheduler/secretary. Begin Simulation
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