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A Little More Scrutiny, A Little Less Cake
The practice of lobbyists lavishing huge sums of money on charitable causes championed by members of Congress — and on events to honor lawmakers and other federal officials — may be losing some of its appeal.
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African American Members of the United States Congress: 1870-2011 – CRS Report $0.99 There are 44 African American Members serving in the 112th Congress, all in the House of Representatives. There have been 132 African American Members of Congress: 126 have been elected to the House; five have been elected to the Senate; and one has been appointed to the Senate. There have been 103 Democrats, 100 in the House and 3 in the Senate; and 29 Republicans, 26 in the House and 3 in the Se… |
