John,
Before being elected to Congress, I was a law professor at UC Irvine. I loved being around students, getting to be both a teacher and learning new things constantly.
My job in Congress isn’t all that different. When it comes down to it, being a member of Congress is about teaching and learning.
My job is to learn from my constituents about what problems they’re facing. I also learn from witnesses during congressional hearings. Sometimes the information I learn is really valuable, and other times we learn that they have no business being in a position of power. I’m also always learning from policy experts as we consider the best way to tackle big problems.
It’s also my job to teach people about what’s going on in Congress and how it relates to them. I know that most people don’t watch the news all day and only tune in if they have a few extra minutes—and that’s why I try to get my message across quickly and effectively. I aim to show people how policy made in Washington determines all sorts of things—from how you get your COVID shot to what your prescription will cost.
That brings us to the whiteboard. As a teacher, I’ve spent years using a whiteboard to break things down, so it was only natural that I brought my whiteboard to Congress. It’s an effective tool. And it’s fun!
I’m proud to be fighting for families in Congress, but I wouldn’t be here without your support.
Thanks for reading, and thanks for being a part of Team Porter.
Katie
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