Congress and Its Members

Congress and Its Members has been the gold standard for Congress courses for thirty years. Now in its 20th edition, the book offers comprehensive and current coverage of the U.S. Congress and the legislative process by examining the tension between Congress as a lawmaking institution and as a collection of politicians constantly seeking re-election.The 20th Edition covers the outcomes of the 2024 election and subsequent changes in congressional organization and leadership. Updated coverage looks at how Congress operates in today's polarized context, including recent procedural changes, policy debates, and interbranch dynamics, as well as a breakdown of data on the members of the new Congress. Always balancing great scholarship with currency, the book features lively case material along with relevant data, charts, maps, and photos.