Your Intrepid Guide Goes to Washington

I visited Washington, D.C. over the weekend, arriving last Thursday. My thanks goes to the Office of Congresswoman Betty Sutton for arranging and guiding my kids on an excellent tour of the U.S. Capitol.

The weather was terrible, but it was exciting to be "inside the beltway" during a time when the health insurance reform debate is in full swing. It is easy to direct anger at "Congress" as a generic concept. However, when you walk the halls of the Longworth or Rayburn buildings where the Representatives work, it really puts a human face on federal government. Small offices, diligent staff, red badges, green badges, vending machines, security, and a House Floor that is really not as big as it looks on CSPAN, are all images that remain with me.

I'll share more of my visit and some pictures in future posts.