Don Beyer at a political event last May, while he was running for his first term in Congress.
From wrangling committee assignments to setting up offices, what happens in the initial weeks of a freshman legislator’s first term can be both confusing and course-setting for a career in Congress. But amid a whirlwind of meetings to attend and votes to cast, new legislators and their harried staffs must also attend to their first priority: their constituents. Kojo explores the juggling act of a freshman legislator and learns how lawmakers establish a road map for themselves and their constituents in those first frenetic weeks.
Excited to be on the very first #CapitolKojo @kojoshow live from Capitol Hill. Tune in! pic.twitter.com/VJPnVzP4GQ
— Rep. Don Beyer (@RepDonBeyer) February 3, 2015
Maryland State Sen. Will Smith (D-Montgomery County) discusses policing bills and the latest Purple Line news. And D.C. Councilmember Mary Cheh (D-Ward 3) talks about vision zero, voting and the legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
How are Washingtonians finding solace in the natural world during a time of turmoil? Local naturalist Melanie Choukas-Bradley and WAMU reporter Margaret Barthel join us to discuss the many ways to get outside in the Washington region — and what it can mean for your mind and body.
What do warming temperatures mean for wildlife in the DMV?
We're talking about What's With Washington's new season on D.C. statehood called "51st."
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