Monday, October 13, 2008

PILA Board member Susan Edwards on her experience as a legislative aide

Q: What position(s) have you held in the legislative branch?
A: Legislative Aide, Senator Chuck Schumer (D-NY); Legislative Correspondent, Senator Chuck Schumer (D-NY)

Q: What were your primary responsibilities?
A: Research policy ideas; draft legislation in conjunction with the Senate's Legislative Counsel; write letters in response to constituents; write persuasive letters to executive branch agencies; attend and staff the Senator at Finance Committee hearings; assist the writing and editing of press releases and press event talking points; answer constituent phone inquiries; meet with advocacy, lobbying, and constituent groups concerning health, education, welfare and Rules Committee issues; intern coordinator.

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