Just in time for the holidays, the Committee on House Administration Subcommittee on Modernization has released its final report for the 118th Congress www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/...

The latest "Future-Proofing Congress" newsletter is out! This month, we’re covering: -Our new report with Protect Democracy on an expanded and modern House, -The new Congressional calendars, -Why the House needs proxy voting for Members on leave, and more! www.popvox.org/futureproofi...

“We are at twilight, and the light is failing rapidly. It’s time to pay the electric bill or get used to the darkness.” Fantastic op-ed from @americalabs.org in @thebulwark.bsky.social about the decline in philanthropic funding for open gov. and transparency orgs. www.thebulwark.com/p/open-gover...

LOVE this report by my colleagues Aubrey Wilson & @taylorjswift.bsky.social w/ the @protectdemocracy.org team — working with architects/designers — to explore how Congress can modernize and improve its *physical* space 😍

Imagine a more modern, accessible, & secure House or Representative. What would it take to make that vision a reality? Our POPVOX Foundation team partnered w/ @protectdemocracy.org to examine this issue. The result is a new report & website called “Where Will They All Sit?” wherewilltheyallsit.org

Hello to everyone else whose ears perked up during this speech when Kildee referenced getting to speak to John Lewis often in Lewis's final weeks because Kildee held Lewis's proxy for floor voting during COVID and needed to find out how Lewis wanted him to vote. (Oh, I was the only one?)

The final House results have now landed as 220-215 for the GOP. That means the House majority came down to the 3 NC seats the GOP flipped thanks to its brand new gerrymander. And that gerrymander hinged on NC's supreme court flipping in 2022. I wrote this last month: boltsmag.org/state-suprem...

Catch me at one or more of these stadium shows screaming MUSTAAAAAARD!

The House should seriously consider changing its rules in the 119th Congress to allow Members to vote by proxy while on maternity, paternity, and bereavement leave. This isn’t just about potential close margins, it’s also about being able to still represent constituents when life happens.

I’m reading @nehls.bsky.social’s latest piece on institution-focused reforms in the democracy space in the aftermath of the election. nowwhatnehls.substack.com/p/institutio...

Really excited to finally read the new Foundation for American Innovation and Gray Center symposium on “Congress after Chevron.” cdn.sanity.io/files/d8lrla...

I’m reading @americalabs.org’s weekly newsletter, which continues to be ahead of the curve on all things Congress, power, and politics. You should subscribe if you haven’t already. open.substack.com/pub/firstbra...

Today’s Future-Proofing Congress newsletter includes: -The launch of the “Gavel In” podcast -How Congress compares to other legislatures in AI adoption -Resources for navigating career transitions -Security tips for Members Elect and staff www.popvox.org/futureproofi...

Just a reminder that Congress has a lot of power to push back against a president, and Congresses have used these powers--even against same-party presidents--more than you might realize. If you're interested, you can read more ... www.amazon.com/dp/0300248334/

While I understand the tradition, the office lottery seems like a huge waste of time and money and creates potential security risks for Congress during the office transitions, especially IT and infrastructure concerns.

Thrilled to launch Gavel In, a podcast series designed to support new House Members and staffers! Hosted by me and Aubrey Wilson, this 10-episode series features interviews with current and former Members of Congress, Capitol Hill chiefs, and Congressional scholars. www.popvox.org/blog/gavel-in

Excited to share the new "Gavel In podcast from our amazing team at POPVOX Foundation (hosted by @taylorjswift.bsky.social & Aubrey Wilson)— with tips for incoming Members of the 119th Congress & their staff. www.popvox.org/blog/gavel-in

Oh hey my account still works! Going to be posting more on here soon. Please recommend folks I should follow!

One year ago today, the House passed H.Res.1096, legislation that extended legal protections to employees of the U.S. House of Representatives to unionize and collectively bargain. Every single congressional staffer deserves the opportunity to have a seat at the bargaining table.

Hey everyone 👋🏽 sorry to disappoint but I’m not the singer Taylor Swift. If you’re interested in helping create a more transparent, accountable, and inclusive Congress, give me a follow.